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Licensed contractors need a permit before they begin to install electrical products. If you have an installation permit and the scope of the work has changed, please amend the permit at your nearest BCSA office.
Please note: The BC Safety Authority issues electrical installation permits for the Province of British Columbia with the exception of these jurisdictions.
Electrical Contractors Guide
A reference for all those electrical contractors and/or persons who wish to become licensed electrical contractors within the province of British Columbia, please review the Electrical Contractors Guide.
Electrical Installation Permits
Get an installation permit by creating an account with BC Online or you can:
- Complete the Electrical Installation Permit Application Form 406 (the form is fillable and saveable) and
- Mail, fax or submit the form in person to your nearest BCSA officeor any Service BC Centre.
Please be prepared to pay the appropriate Electrical Contractor Installation Fees.
Your Field Safety Representative (FSR) must inspect your installations when each phase is complete, and at least once every 180 days after all work under the permit has been completed and/or after the final inspection has been completed.
After the inspection, please ensure your FSR has submitted the Electrical Contractor Authorization and Declaration of Compliance Electrical Inspection Request Form 206 to your nearest BCSA office or Service BC Centres.