Significant Technical Changes in the 2010 National Model Construction Codes

The recently published 2010 National Model Construction Codes contain close to 800 technical changes that were approved by the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes. Click here for a summary of the most significant technical changes.

 2010 National Construction Codes - Notice of Effective Date

• Building Inspections
• Mechanical Inspections
• Electrical Inspections

Building Safety inspects construction and trades-related activities to ensure that secure, sustainable structures and installations are completed and that safety codes applied during the course of building and installation meet the National minimum standards. The unit issues a variety of permits and licences to support interests that include: development; building; plumbing; electrical; boiler and pressure vessels; gas; and elevating devices.

Building and Plumbing Inspectors review the plans for new construction, perform inspections and issue permits throughout Yukon, with the exception of Whitehorse. Within the City of Whitehorse please contact The City of Whitehorse - Building Inspection Department .

Electrical Inspectors review plans for electrical installations while Mechanical Inspectors review plans for boiler, elevator and gas installations. These inspectors also perform inspections and issue permits throughout Yukon including Whitehorse.

Electrical Products
Electrical products that are not properly certified to the standards required by provincial/territorial electrical authorities, can cause serious problems when used, leading to fires, injuries and even death. When buying electrical products, verify that they are certified to the Canadian electrical safety standards required. Learn more from Health Canada .