Inspection Overview
To ensure the safety of passenger ropeway and conveyor (ski lift) devices in Ontario, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) performs:
- Initial inspections for new passenger ropeway and conveyors (ski lifts) device installations.
- Periodic inspections for existing passenger ropeway and conveyor (ski lift) devices.
- Inspections of major and minor alterations to passenger ropeway and conveyor (ski lift) devices.
Initial Inspections for New Installations
Before a new passenger ropeway or conveyor (ski lift) is licensed for operation, TSSA must perform an initial inspection to ensure that the device conforms to its design registration submission and is safe for use by the public.
Process for Initial Inspections
1. Register Your Design
Ensure you have your registered design submission before proceeding. For instructions on how to register a new installation, visit our Design Registration webpage.
2. Pre-Inspection Checklist
There are currently no pre-inspection checklists for passenger ropeways and conveyors (ski lifts).
3. Request an Inspection
Before you request an inspection, if there have been any changes to your ownership information or device ownership, visit our Change of Ownership webpage for more information.
If there are any changes to your account information, please visit our Update your Information webpage.
To request an inspection, complete an EDADSKI Inspection Request Form V-0727 and email it to EDADInspection@tssa.org.
4. Forms Required Prior to Inspection
The registered contractor or owner must submit the following form to EDADInspection@tssa.org a minimum of two business days prior to the scheduled inspection date. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the inspection.
Inspections for Alterations of Existing Equipment
Alterations to passenger ropeway and conveyor (ski lift) devices covered in the CSA Z98-19 - Passenger ropeways and passenger conveyors are classified as either Major or Minor alterations.
To determine the classification and requirements of an alteration, refer to:
- Ontario Regulation 209/01: Elevating Devices
- Elevating Device Code Adoption Document Amendment (ED-CAD) ED-295/22 (pdf)
Major Alterations
Passenger ropeways and conveyors that have undergone a Major Alteration shall not be returned to service until a TSSA inspection is completed and passed.
Minor A Alterations
A passenger ropeway or conveyor that has undergone a Minor A alteration may be returned to service after the work is completed. The contractor must request a special inspection within 60 days after the device is returned to service and must arrange and conduct any tests required by the inspector. The registered design submission or notification must be available at the time of inspection.
Process for Alteration Inspections
Register a Design: Ensure you have your registered design submission before proceeding. For instructions on how to register an Alteration, visit our Design Registration page.
Follow the “Request an Inspection” (step 3) and “Forms Required Prior to Inspection” (step 4) shown in the New Installation process above
Periodic Inspections
TSSA uses a risk model to determine the frequency of periodic inspections of passenger ropeway and conveyors (ski lifts). Periodic inspections are scheduled automatically by TSSA.
Operational Inspections
TSSA may conduct an unannounced operational inspection while a passenger ropeway or conveyor (ski lift) is open to the public.
How to Request an Inspection
Before you request an inspection, if there have been any changes to your ownership information or device ownership, visit our Change of Ownership webpage.
If there are any changes to your account information, please visit our Update Your Information webpage.
To request an inspection, complete an EDADSKI Inspection Request Form V-0727 <link> and email it to EDADInspection@tssa.org.
For more information, read our Frequently Asked Questions About Inspections.
How to Reschedule an Inspection
To reschedule or cancel an inspection, please visit TSSA's Client Portal.
A minimum of 24 hours of notice is required when rescheduling a pre-booked inspection.
Note: To reduce inefficiencies and regulatory costs resulting from short-notice of cancellation of an inspection, TSSA has introduced an Inspection Appointment Cancellation Fee. This fee applies to cancellations made with two business days' or less notice, as well as to scheduled inspections that cannot be completed because the customer is not ready. For more details, read Inspection Appointment Cancellation Fee.
Resolution of Inspection Order Concerns
Inspectors seek to ensure the safety of passenger ropeway and conveyors (ski lifts). If a hazard exists, TSSA inspectors will evaluate the amount of risk it poses to the public and issue compliance orders to the owners and/or licence holders of the device. In extremely hazardous situations, inspectors have the authority to remove the elevating device from operation.
In the event an inspector has issued an order which comes into question, contractors/owners/operators should follow the Inspection Order Resolution Protocol (pdf) to have their concerns reviewed.
Appealing an Inspection Order
In accordance with the Technical Standards and Safety Act, any person affected by an inspector's order can submit an appeal within 90 days of receiving the order. Visit our Appeals page for information about appealing an order.