Check all electrical fixtures to ensure that they bear the mark of a recognized certification agency. Click here for marks
Before you start – 5 steps can protect your family and your home:
- Know the rules – ask about the Ontario Electrical Safety Code requirements for electrical wiring and installations.
- Ensure the power is off – always turn power off from the panel box, and use an approved tester to ensure power is off.
- Use approved products – look for the mark of a recognized certification agency on electrical products.
- If you are not familiar with your homes electrical system, or do not know who has done the electrical work in your home in the past, ESA recommends you consult a licensed electrical contractor about your homes electrical requirements.
- Arrange to have your electrical work inspected – as required by the Ontario Electrical Safety Code
The Electrical Safety Authority recommends the use of a licensed electrical contractor or electrician for electrical work in your home.