New Z462 Standard Boosts Workplace Electrical Safety
Recent research and new requirements in the 2018 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I and NFPA 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace form the basis of the new and improved CSA Z462.
Survey Says: Electrical Products Sales Mix
General electrical supplies drive electrical product sales in Canada with 27% of the market mix, followed closely by lighting with 19%.
Value of Permits Declined 7.7% in November, but Year to Date Exceeded 2016 Total
The value of building permits issued by Canadian municipalities declined 7.7% to $7.7 billion in November 2017, the first decrease in three months. Nationally, the value of permits for all building components declined, with the exception of single-family dwellings.
Adapting to Change: The Evolution of Technology and Its Impact on the Workplace
The evolution of technology has all companies thinking about what they need to do to adapt and stay ahead of the curve.
Seismic Shift: Historic Changes to Ontario Health and Safety Law, Part 1
On December 14, 2017, Bill 177 and the most dramatic and far-reaching changes made to the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) in nearly 30 years took effect.
Are Robots Taking Over?
Much media coverage during the last year has focussed on the emergence of robots, artificial intelligence technologies (AI), and the threat this poses to a significant number of Canadian jobs.
Electrical Engineering Hourly Rates by Job
See how the rates for electricians working in electrical engineering compare to technicians, engineers and others.
David Johns: A Teaching Perspective
David Johns is a unique and dedicated individual both at home and in the workplace. At home he is a dedicated husband and father, but when the work days starts David spends most of his time teaching a new wave of electricians.
Illuminating the Canadian Museum of History
After two years of work, Lightemotion has added another noteworthy project to its list with the lighting design for Gatineau’s Canadian Museum of History.
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I — Instalment 32
In this article: Section 64 — Renewable Energy Systems. Rule 64-000 notes that this is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to the installation of stand-alone and interactive renewable energy systems, except where they operate as Class 2 circuits with the voltage and current limited as per Rule 16-200(1)(a) and (b).
Did you know?
Did you know that the 24th edition of the Canadian Electrical Code — released on January 2, 2018 — has over 260 updates and revisions?
Average Electrical Engineering Salaries by Job
On average electrical engineering project managers earn about $20,000 or more a year than designers and engineers.
Value of Building Permits Rose 3.5% in October
The value of building permits rose for a second straight month, up 3.5% to $8.2 billion in October.
Mark Acceptance: Understanding Certification Labels for Lighting Products
Any professional purchasing lighting products in Canada is aware of the obligation to ensure that what they purchase and install is accepted and safe.
Sean Freeman: Master Electrician and Technician Delegate for the Red Cross ER Unit
Sean Freeman is a vibrant, enthusiastic and selfless individual who has taken his trade expertise beyond that of a traditional career.
Average Hourly Rates for Power Distribution Workers by Gender
Men are still receiving a substantially higher hourly rate than women in Canada’s power distributon sector.
