What is the latest Ontario electrical Code book?
Ontario Electrical Safety Code
What electrical work can a homeowner do in Ontario?
In Ontario, it is illegal to perform most electrical installations without notifying the ESA. Property owners who do their own electrical work (instead of hiring a professional) must notify the ESA. If the property owner hires a licensed electrical contractor, that contractor should file the notification with the ESA.
Do I need an electrician to change a light fixture Ontario?
You don't want to go poking around electrical wiring if you don't have the knowledge or experience. Hire a licensed electrical contractor for any electrical work in your home, even for things like changing an outlet or installing a light fixture.
What is ESA certification Ontario?
ESA is responsible for public electrical safety in Ontario as designated by Ontario Regulation 89/99. ESA arranges electrical inspections for customers whenever an electrician or contractor is doing work to install or change a service. ESA provides permits upon inspections.
Who can pull an electrical permit in Ontario?
Find a Licensed Electrical Contractor or confirm that your contractor holds a valid licence.
- Follow the Ontario Electrical Safety Code. ...
- Hire only a Licensed Electrical Contractor. ...
- File a Notification of Work with ESA. ...
- Submit a Request for Inspection. ...
- Obtain an ESA Certificate of Acceptance.
What is the Ontario Electrical Safety Code?
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code is a provincial regulation that sets safety standards for the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment. It is mainly a technical document aimed at enforcing safety standards.
Who can do an electrical safety certificate?
All Electrical Certificates carried out by Trade Facilities Services will be conducted by engineers who are either personally registered with a governing body, or are part of a company who are registered with a governing body. Governing bodies will either be NAPIT or NICEIC.
Is ESA the same as CSA?
No, the CSA and ESAFE labels represent approval to the same standard and both are recognized in all jurisdictions in Canada.