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Accessibility design guide 2024

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current... More ≫

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current minimum accessibility design standards and practices. The resource explains the intents and objectives of each section of the code, as it relates to accessibility requirements, and recommend best practices where accessibility and safety are concerns to seniors and persons with disabilities.

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STANDATA interpretation : building [National Building Code-2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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Notice: elevating devices code adoption

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Municipal Affairs has given considerable attention to the constraints associated with the implementation of the new elevating devices code. As a result, the effective date for the ASME... More ≫

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Municipal Affairs has given considerable attention to the constraints associated with the implementation of the new elevating devices code. As a result, the effective date for the ASME A17.1-2022/CSA B44:22 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators is set for October 1, 2025.

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Ministerial Order TCS:005/24 [Municipal Affairs]

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This ministerial order appoints public members of the Safety Codes Council sub-councils.

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STANDATA variance : electrical : 2021 Canadian electrical code

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Electrical STANDATA, developed jointly by Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, are information bulletins containing interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or... More ≫

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Electrical STANDATA, developed jointly by Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, are information bulletins containing interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or province-wide variances on Codes and Standards matters related to the Safety Codes Act.

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STANDATA bulletin : fire [National fire Code-2023 Alberta Edition]

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Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council develop Alberta Fire Code STANDATA jointly. Some are issued as province-wide variances or interpretations. Others are information bulletins that... More ≫

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Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council develop Alberta Fire Code STANDATA jointly. Some are issued as province-wide variances or interpretations. Others are information bulletins that provide general advice on related matters. New STANDATA are added on a regular basis.

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STANDATA bulletin : building [National Building Code-2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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STANDATA interpretation : electrical : 2021 Canadian electrical code

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Electrical STANDATA, developed jointly by Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, are information bulletins containing interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or... More ≫

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Electrical STANDATA, developed jointly by Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, are information bulletins containing interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or province-wide variances on Codes and Standards matters related to the Safety Codes Act.

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STANDATA bulletin : electrical : legislation [regulations]

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Electrical STANDATA, developed jointly by Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, are information bulletins containing interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or... More ≫

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Electrical STANDATA, developed jointly by Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, are information bulletins containing interpretations, clarifications, recommended practices or province-wide variances on codes and standards matters related to the Safety Codes Act.

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Alberta Safety Codes Authority Order

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This regulation establishes the powers and authority of the Alberta Safety Codes Authority (ASCA) as provided for in section 30.1 of the Safety Codes Act (SCA). ASCA is a division of the Safety... More ≫

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This regulation establishes the powers and authority of the Alberta Safety Codes Authority (ASCA) as provided for in section 30.1 of the Safety Codes Act (SCA). ASCA is a division of the Safety Codes Council, developed to administer the SCA in unaccredited municipalities.

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