Fuel equipment scammers, also known as trunk slammers, are unregistered and uncertified workers who use substandard materials and practices in fuel-related work, posing serious risks to you and your family. For your safety, it's crucial to hire fuel contractors registered with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA).
In Fraud Prevention Month, TSSA, as a member of the Competition Bureau Canada's Fraud Prevention Forum, runs a campaign to educate Ontarians about fraudulent fuels workers and how to differentiate between legitimate and illegitimate contractor. On this page, you can access relevant resources and tools that will help protect you from illegal fuels workers.
Watch Videos
Watch this short video to learn about the four "Red Flags" of fraudulent fuels workers.
To learn more, hear TSSA fuels investigator's advice on some of the most important things you need to know about fuels scammers.
Video - Who Trunk Slammers Are
Video - Warning Signs of Possible Trunk Slammers
Video - Recognizing Legitimate Fuels Contractors
Video - Tools to Ensure Fuels Safety at Home
Read Qualified Fuels Contractor Checklist:
This 1-minute read offers succinct tips from Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) about how to handle suspicious door-to-door salespeople selling you fuels-related appliances or services.
Explore Ontarians' Stories
Read about Ontarians' encounter with fuel scammers.
Find Legitimate Fuels Contractors:
Hire registered fuels contractors to ensure your safety. Find or verify companies with a valid TSSA Registration using our lookup tool: https://www.tssa.org/fuels-contractor
Report Fraudulent Fuels Workers:
If you come across unregistered or uncertified fuels workers, report them to TSSA by emailing: fuels_technical_services@tssa.org
Safety is a right, not a compromise. Educate yourself, explore these resources, and report any suspicious activity to help combat fuel equipment scammers for a safe Ontario today and tomorrow.