Licences
All contractors that operate, install, perform maintenance, test and alter amusement devices must be licensed by the BCSA.
Applying for your licence
To apply for your licence:
- Complete the Application for Amusement Rides Contractor's Licence Form 1145.
- Remember to include details of your relevant experience. This could be previous experience, knowledge of mechanical or electrical trades, or recognized amusement device training such as NAARSO Certification or AIMS International courses.
- Submit your application by email, to amusementdevices@safetyauthority.ca, or by mail to:
BC Safety Authority
Suite 200, 505 - 6th Street,
New Westminster, BC V3L 0E1
To pay over the phone by credit card, call our Client Service Representative at 778-396-2026 or, if mailing, include a cheque payable to the BC Safety Authority.
In some cases, the Provincial Safety Manager will ask for an interview to discuss your knowledge of the adopted code for amusement devices, CAN/CSA Z267-00. You are also expected to be familiar with the Act and Regulations.
Renewing your licence
Licences must be renewed annually. If you have received a notification about your renewal, please complete the renewal form and submit it to your nearest BCSA office, along with a cheque payable to the BCSA with the appropriate fee.
Has your licence information changed?
To update your contact information or details of the person(s) responsible for operations and maintenance of the amusement device, again, please complete the Amusement Ride Contractor's Licence Form 1145.
Submit the form to our Client Service Representative by email at amusementdevices@safetyauthority.ca or by fax 778-396-2026. There is no fee for this update.