Best Practices
BC's mechanical insulators are campaigning for improved standards and best practices. We are providing information, and supporting education and training in government and industry.
Here's what needs to be done.
At the municipal government level:
- Create or update development permit checklists in planning and building approval departments
- Take steps to meet standards in municipal buildings and retrofits
- Require builders to hire qualified mechanical insulators
- Build staff capacity through education and training
At the provincial government level:
- Create or update development permit checklists in planning and building approval departments
- Take steps to meet standards in municipal buildings and retrofits
- Require builders to hire qualified mechanical insulators
At the federal government level:
- Update national and provincial building codes and city building bylaws to include specific and up-to-date requirements on mechanical insulation.
- Require that work be inspected by registered professionals.
Utility companies:
- Put rebate programs in place for properly insulated, energy-efficient buildings
Education and Capacity Building:
- Promote education and training about mechanical insulation in local governments, professional associations and industry
- Create and distribute education materials, bulletins and guidelines
- Develop programs to support the training and qualification of inspectors
FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT OUR CAMPAIGN FOLLOW THE LINKS BELOW
