Latest

Sep 20, 2023, 11:29 ET Electrical Safety Authority Statement on SUP Employees Strike Action

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has been in ongoing negotiations with our Society of United Professional (SUP) Employee representatives since June. As of ...

Sep 06, 2023, 08:20 ET Electrical Safety Authority Ramps Up Electric Vehicle Charging Safety in Ontario

Safety blitz in Toronto finds high number of EV chargers installed without a permit MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 6, 2023 /CNW/ - As the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) trends upward in Ontario, so do...

Aug 01, 2023, 08:30 ET Unlicensed Electrician Causes Fire in Hamilton Home; Fined $7,500 because of Unsafe Work

Electrical Safety Authority urges Ontarians to only hire Licensed Electrical Contractors with a permit for electrical work MISSISSAUGA, ON, Aug. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - On June 15, 2023, Jacson Tabunot...

Jul 31, 2023, 08:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority Announces New Chair and New Member Appointments to the Board of Directors

MISSISSAUGA, ON, July 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Christopher Hopper has been selected as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). Three highly qualified new Board Members have...

Jul 25, 2023, 08:00 ET Three Powerline Incidents Including a Fatality Within a Few Days

Electrical Safety Authority Shares Tips to Stay Vigilant This Summer MISSISSAUGA, ON, July 25, 2023 /CNW/ - Earlier this month, three powerline related incidents were reported to the Electrical...

May 15, 2023, 08:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority Urges Ontarians to Stay Safe After Powerline Contacts Increased by 310%

ESA marks Powerline Safety Week by educating the public on the myths surrounding powerlines MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 15, 2023 /CNW/ - Since 2019, Ontario has seen a staggering 310% increase in powerline...

May 08, 2023, 08:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority Launches Multi-Faceted Effort to Keep Kids Safe

Through online, in-class and in-person experiences, children will learn how to stay safe around electricity MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 8, 2023 /CNW/ - On average, Ontario emergency departments handle 177...

May 01, 2023, 08:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority Launches Powerline Safety Campaign for First Responders

Educational materials aimed at reminding first responders to always assume downed powerlines are energized and deadly MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, on First Responders Day, the...

Apr 03, 2023, 13:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority Putting Underground Economy on Notice with New Powers to Issue Administrative Monetary Penalties

MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 3, 2023 /CNW/ - In an effort to reduce illegal and unsafe electrical installations across Ontario, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) will be able to impose administrative...

Jan 06, 2023, 07:00 ET Indrani Butany-DeSouza, CEO of Elexicon Energy, Appointed to the Electrical Safety Authority Board of Directors

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Jan. 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Hon. Kaleed Rasheed, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery appointed Indrani Butany-DeSouza to the Board of Directors of the Electrical...

Nov 21, 2022, 09:00 ET 'Tis the Season to Be Safe

Keep your holidays merry and bright with these safety tips MISSISSAUGA, ON, Nov. 21, 2022 /CNW/ - It's almost that time of year when friends and family gather to decorate and celebrate the holidays....
Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) Launches New Safety Campaign Targeting Young Electrical Tradespeople

Oct 12, 2022, 12:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) Launches New Safety Campaign Targeting Young Electrical Tradespeople

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 12, 2022 /CNW/ - The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) announced the launch of a new digital safety campaign targeting the next generation of young electrical tradespeople to...

Oct 04, 2022, 08:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) Honoured Nationally for Digital Transformation Efforts

ESA wins inaugural CIO Award for its Inspector Mapping Tool MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 4, 2022 /CNW/ - The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is proud to be selected as the inaugural CIO award winner by...

Oct 03, 2022, 09:44 ET Electrical Safety Authority Celebrates Safety Leaders at 2022 Ontario Electrical Safety Awards

Waterloo North Hydro, Infrastructure Health & Safety Association Working Group, Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc., Jerry White and Trade-Mark Industrial recognized for excellence in electrical safety...

Aug 31, 2022, 07:00 ET ESA Announces Electrical Safety Blitz in Toronto

Illegal electrical work puts Ontario residents at serious risk of injury MISSISSAUGA, ON, Aug. 31, 2022 /CNW/ - As part of the Electrical Safety Authority's (ESA) ongoing efforts to help reduce...

Jul 07, 2022, 08:00 ET Frank D'Andrea Appointed to the Electrical Safety Authority Board of Directors

MISSISSAUGA, ON, July 7, 2022 /CNW/ - Frank D'Andrea has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). "On behalf of our Board of Directors, we are pleased to...

May 27, 2022, 11:52 ET Electrical Safety Authority working with utilities, Licensed Electrical Contractors to safely restore power in the wake of Saturday's storm

MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 27, 2022 /CNW/ - The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is working closely with local utilities and Licensed Electrical Contractors to restore power in affected areas across...

May 22, 2022, 11:09 ET Electrical Safety Authority Advises Ontario Homeowners to Check for Electrical Damage after May 21th Storm

MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 22, 2022 /CNW/ - The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is advising Ontarians in areas most affected by yesterday's high winds to take a moment and check for damage to their home...

May 16, 2022, 07:00 ET Powerline Contacts are Instant and Lethal - Electrical Safety Authority Reminds Ontarians to Avoid Deadly Distractions ahead of Powerline Safety Week

MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 16, 2022 /CNW/ - Spring is here and that means plenty of people will be undertaking outdoor home and work projects. With outdoor work comes the risk of lethal powerline contacts. ...

May 05, 2022, 07:00 ET New Edition of Ontario Electrical Safety Code Comes Into Effect as Regulation

MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 5, 2022 /CNW/ - As of today, the 28th edition the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) is in effect as regulation. Any electrical work conducted after May 5, 2022 needs to meet...

Apr 20, 2022, 10:00 ET Vivi White Appointed to the Electrical Safety Authority Board of Directors

MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 20, 2022 /CNW/ - Vivi White has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) by the Honourable Ross Romano, Minister of Government and...

Mar 11, 2022, 14:00 ET ESA Board of Directors Appoints Josie Erzetic as New President and CEO

MISSISSAUGA, ON, March 11, 2022 /CNW/ - Following a rigorous search, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Josie Erzetic to the role of...

Dec 13, 2021, 06:00 ET ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY TAKE NOTE: 2021 ONTARIO ELECTRICAL SAFETY CODE NOW AVAILABLE COMES INTO EFFECT MAY 5, 2022

The newest edition – an essential tool for any electrical work – includes important updates MISSISSAUGA, ON, Dec. 13, 2021 /CNW/ - The 2021 edition of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) has...

Dec 10, 2021, 07:00 ET Rhonda Barnet Appointed to the Board of the Electrical Safety Authority Representing Consumer Interests

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Dec. 10, 2021 /CNW/ - The Electrical Safety Authority's (ESA's) Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Rhonda Barnet has been elected to the Board. Rhonda Barnet is an...

Nov 29, 2021, 07:00 ET Electrical Safety Authority encourages Ontarians to check twice for safety this holiday season

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Nov. 29, 2021 /CNW/ - More people will be getting together with family and friends in person this holiday season to decorate, dine and share gifts with each other. Ahead of one of...