Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR) B.C. Continuing Education Self-Paced Online Training

May 29, 2026

This course introduces the role of an Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR) in British Columbia and explains the structure of the safety system under Technical Safety BC. It covers key B.C. codes, acts, and regulations relevant to FSRs. The course also highlights updates to the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code and important regulatory notices from Technical Safety B.C.

The highlights of this course include:

  • Selected B.C. codes, acts, and regulations
  • Key changes to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I 2024 (CE Code)
  • Technical Safety B.C. regulatory notices

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
  • Describe the key responsibilities and legal requirements of an FSR in B.C.
  • Identify the main rules and responsibilities for regulated electrical work under the Safety Standards Act in B.C.
  • Apply the key requirements of the Safety Standards General Regulation for safe, legal, and compliant electrical work in B.C.
  • Apply the requirements of the Electrical Safety Regulation to oversee safe, compliant, and properly permitted electrical installations in B.C.
  • Apply the requirements of the Skilled Trades BC Act for proper apprentice supervision ratios, registration, and compliance on electrical job sites in B.C.
  • Apply Technical Safety BC regulatory notices to resolve compliance scenarios involving electrical permits, live work, and incident reporting in B.C.
  • Identify common causes of electrical installation failures by referencing specific CE Code 2024 rules and Technical Safety BC regulations.
  • Apply updated CE Code 2024 requirements to real-world scenarios encountered in field inspections and installations.
  • Verify the installation and interconnection of smoke alarms in residential occupancies to comply with BC Building Code and CE Code 2024 requirements.

Target Audience

  • Electrical Field Safety Representatives in British Columbia
  • Electrical engineers and technicians, electricians, electrical contractors, inspectors, and regulatory officers
  • Trainers, teachers, and educators
Estimated Completion Time

8 hours (90 days course access)

CSA Group is recognized by Technical Safety BC as a training provider. Successfully completing this course fulfils the requirement of completing an 8-hour continuing education course for Electrical Field Safety Representatives (FSRs) in BC when renewing your FSR certificate of qualification.

More Information

Related Articles

Latest Articles

  • University of Waterloo Students Help Decarbonize ESA’s Ontario-Wide Fleet

    University of Waterloo Students Help Decarbonize ESA’s Ontario-Wide Fleet

    May 29, 2026 By Chantal Vallis, Faculty of Environment – University of Waterloo Reducing a business’ carbon footprint is no small task. For Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority, which operates province-wide and logs eight to nine million kilometers annually, the challenge is especially complex. Recognizing the scale of the issue, they turned to the next generation Read More…

  • Business Opportunities for Installers Guide: Be Ready for the Future of Residential Energy

    Business Opportunities for Installers Guide: Be Ready for the Future of Residential Energy

    May 29, 2026 Eaton’s Business Opportunities for Installers Guide offers a global perspective on the current residential installation market as well as practical tips on how to grow your business, leverage a changing market, and enhance your service offerings. With this installers guide, you’ll gain access to: Top takeaways for residential electric installers: 1. Homeowner Read More…

  • Electrical Safety Authority – Electrical Contractor Registration Agency Advisory Council Vacancy

    Electrical Safety Authority – Electrical Contractor Registration Agency Advisory Council Vacancy

    May 25, 2026 This council gets feedback from Licensed Electrical Contractors, municipalities and the public. Discussions relate to licensing, exams, registration and certification in Ontario. The council advises ESA’s Regulatory Affairs Committee. Read more about the role of the council and its members. ESA is seeking one representative to sit on its Electrical Contractor Registration Agency Advisory Council Read More…

  • Honouring Over 100 Years of Excellence with Rexel, Nedco and Westburne

    Honouring Over 100 Years of Excellence with Rexel, Nedco and Westburne

    May 21, 2026 As Rexel, Nedco, and Westburne are honouring their centennial, Jeffrey Moyle, Chief Executive Officer, Rexel Canada recently posted on LinkedIn looking for items associated with the companies history from old photos, signs, catalogs, tools, uniforms, merchandise, and other items related to their history. You can view the full post from Moyle below: Read More…

Changing Scene

  • MacKinnon Magnetics Appoints Contact Delage as Sales Representation for Quebec and Ottawa

    MacKinnon Magnetics Appoints Contact Delage as Sales Representation for Quebec and Ottawa

    May 29, 2026 MacKinnon Magnetics, a Canadian-owned and operated transformer manufacturer based in Concord, Ontario, has appointed Contact Delage as its official sales representative for Quebec and Ottawa. The move strengthens MacKinnon Magnetics’ market access in two important regions for the Canadian electrical channel and adds local representation for distributors, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders. Contact Read More…

  • EB Horsman & Son Expansion in Alberta: New Grande Prairie Branch Opening 2026

    EB Horsman & Son Expansion in Alberta: New Grande Prairie Branch Opening 2026

    May 25, 2026 EB Horsman & Son have announced they are expanding in Northern Alberta with a new branch coming to Grande Prairie. As one of the fastest‑growing cities in the province and a major hub for the oil and gas, forestry, and agriculture sectors, Grande Prairie is a natural fit for their continued growth Read More…

  • Milwaukee Tool Officially Opens Service Hub in Georgina, Ontario

    Milwaukee Tool Officially Opens Service Hub in Georgina, Ontario

    May 21, 2026 Milwaukee Tool today celebrated the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of its first-ever Service Hub in Canada, located at 1 Logistics Ct. in Georgina’s Keswick Business Park. The milestone event was attended by Milwaukee Tool leadership, Town of Georgina officials and local community stakeholders, marking a significant step in Milwaukee Tool’s continued investment in Read More…

  • Cascadia Sales Representing Eaton in BC

    Cascadia Sales Representing Eaton in BC

    May 21, 2026 Cascadia Sales are thrilled to announce that effective May 11, 2026, they will officially be representing an expanded portfolio of Eaton brands across British Columbia. “Adding Crouse-Hinds, B-Line, Bussmann, and Cooper Power series to our lineup allows us to provide even more comprehensive electrical solutions to our BC partners,” the company said Read More…