About TSSA

The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) would like to thank the large number of stakeholders that took the time to provide their feedback on the clarity of the Alternate Rules to the Operating Engineers (OE) regulation. TSSA will share a high-level summary of the feedback and how it was considered in the final draft of the rules it submits to the Ontario Government for approval. The alternate rules will operate in parallel with the current regulation.
The development...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Toronto, ON, May 14, 2020)  – While the weather may still have a bit of catching up to do, the May long weekend traditionally signifies the ‘unofficial’ opening of the summer season and heralds certain social practices of many outdoor activities including hauling out the BBQ and enjoying a savoury meal.
And, while this year is notably different as we cope with these ever-evolving, challenging and unprecedented times and modify...
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With the COVID-19 epidemic impacting organizations in Ontario in different ways, TSSA has been working closely with its regulated parties and stakeholders by taking several actions to help alleviate current constraints while ensuring safety is not compromised.
TSSA office staff are currently working from home and remain available to serve and support all our valued stakeholders.
TSSA’s notice issued on March 25 outlines the COVID-19 safety approach that TSSA is...
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On Monday, March 23, the Premier of Ontario announced that only essential workplaces will remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic. TSSA is included in the list of essential businesses. This means our inspection work will continue under the conditions we have already put in place (see below).
TSSA head office is now closed to the public . Please send all general correspondence electronically to customerservices@tssa.org .
When submitting applications electronically...
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As TSSA continues to closely monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) status in Ontario, TSSA team members have been instructed to take all precautions to reduce exposure to the virus and protect their health. These safety measures include:
washing their hands often with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer
sneezing and coughing into their sleeve
avoiding touching their eyes, nose or mouth
practicing social distancing
Moreover, if any TSSA...
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