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Old 04-16-2009, 03:58 PM   #1
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I work in a small town in Alberta for a relatively small electrical company and there are 4 owners. They believe that the code book is just a GUIDELINE and does not have to be followed. Is there anyone I can contact regarding these jokers? The inspector in town is so old that he passes just about anything and there is probably some palm greasing going on as well.

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Wow that is scary for sure I would get away from them asap.
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Try contacting this office
Chief Electrical Inspector
Alberta Labour Client Services
Safety Standards
10808 - 99th Avenue
Room 808
Edmonton, Alberta
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(403) 427-8260
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Further to the address I just posted, before using it remember once you start this there will be no turning back (if you want to ever work in Alberta again). Be very sure you have proof of non compliance and inspection violations that were not enforced.

If your doing this because your working for someone that will take major liberties with the code and you fear for someones safety then you should by all means look into this. If you are just p___ off with your bosses and want to start trouble my advice is quit and move on, there are too many jobs out there to stay where your unhappy. Remember this is still an area with more work then electricians
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Further to the address I just posted, before using it remember once you start this there will be no turning back (if you want to ever work in Alberta again). Be very sure you have proof of non compliance and inspection violations that were not enforced.

If your doing this because your working for someone that will take major liberties with the code and you fear for someones safety then you should by all means look into this. If you are just p___ off with your bosses and want to start trouble my advice is quit and move on, there are too many jobs out there to stay where your unhappy. Remember this is still an area with more work then electricians
Good advice. Don't start something unless your looking for a new career and unemployment.
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