History 101: Building Permits
For many years, people were allowed to build buildings, structures, fortresses, bridges, roadways, etc., without any concerns for safety and operational effectiveness.
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Alan Kavanaugh
Alan Kavanaugh is the Director of Loss Control & Risk Management at Noratek Solutions Inc. in Prince George. Since 1986, Alan has provided risk-management services to pulp mills, sawmills, school districts, school divisions, and municipalities throughout western Canada. He has specialized training and experience in fire-protection system analysis, playground audits, and developing fire-safety plans. He is an active member of the NFPA, ASTM, NFC (National Fire code) as well as the CSA standard committee Z614 – Playgrounds.
Fire Code Updates: NFC Release - 2020
Recently, there were many changes in the current NFC Model Codes released in 2020. When the NFC Model Codes are changed/updated each province reviews and updates its Fire Codes. British Columbia’s “Updated” Fire Code will reflect these changes and be adopted in June 2023 and enforced in December 2023.
The Canadian Fire Code & Due Diligence
If you’re the owner or occupier of a building in any part of the country, you need to be aware of Canadian Fire Codes. Fire Codes are ordinances under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and complement Provincial Building Codes.
Duty of Care Obligations & Breach of Duty
Duty of care is the responsibility of a person or institution to avoid acts or omissions that could foreseeably cause harm to others. Failure to provide an adequate standard of care may result in legal consequences.
5 Ways Digital Permitting is Better for Building Departments
If there’s anything we learned from COVID-19, online services and digital access to information are a necessity. By modernizing their permitting processes, local municipalities not only are able to provide contactless service but also save money and time by streamlining workflow.