15 Questions
Which level of government in Canada has jurisdiction over the regulation of Power Engineering and Pressure Plant?
Provincial governments
What are laws called in Canada that regulate society's activities?
Acts
What is required for a bill to become law in Canada?
A simple majority vote in the Legislature
Which of the following is the correct order of hierarchy when discrepancies arise between Acts, Regulations, and Codes?
The requirements of an Act overrule those of a Regulation, code, or standard
What is the purpose of regulations in relation to Acts?
To provide public guidance on how Acts will be interpreted, applied, and enforced
What is the role of standards in ensuring standard methods are used in the design, manufacture, and operation of equipment?
To ensure that standard methods are available to manufacturers, suppliers, and installers
What happens if a regulation is contravened?
The Act is broken and the law is broken
Which organization is responsible for approving Power Engineering syllabi and curriculum changes?
IPECC - Interprovincial Power Engineering Curriculum Committee
What is the purpose of the IPECC?
To develop exams and curricula that meet national industry and regulatory requirements
Where can Power Engineers find the latest publications to ensure legal compliance and workplace safety?
Jurisdictional websites
Which organization represents Power Engineers on regulatory advisory committees in many jurisdictions?
IPE - Institute of Power Engineers
Which codes and standards are referenced by all Jurisdictional regulations?
CSA B51 and B52 codes and the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel codes
What is the purpose of the Jurisdictional boiler, pressure plant and Power Engineers Acts?
To ensure the highest reasonable standard of safety in the design, construction, installation, inspection, operation, repair, alteration, and supervision of boilers and pressure vessels
What do Regulations provide in relation to the Acts?
Specific direction to citizens and law enforcement agencies on the interpretation and enforcement of the Acts
Who may interpret and apply the Regulations with flexibility?
The Chief Inspector of the jurisdiction
Test your knowledge on the hierarchy of authority and jurisdictional acts in Canada's power engineering governance. Learn about national and international codes and standards, as well as the importance of health and safety legislation.
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