Technical Standards and Safety Authority

TSSA Reports Significant Decline in Permanent Injuries for 2023

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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Toronto, Ontario, Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its 2023 Annual Public Safety Report, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) reported a significant reduction in permanent injuries within its regulated sectors for the 2023 fiscal year.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its 2023 Annual Public Safety Report, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) reported a significant reduction in permanent injuries within its regulated sectors for the 2023 fiscal year.
  • The report, released during TSSA’s Annual Public Meeting alongside its 2023 Annual Report , revealed a consistently stable safety environment in Ontario.
  • “While the results of the previous two years were impacted by COVID-related closures, this year’s number of permanent injuries shows a significant decrease, when compared to the five-year pre-pandemic average.
  • During the reporting period (May 1, 2022, to April 30, 2023, TSSA’s 2023 fiscal year, which will be referred to as 2023 hereinafter), permanent injuries dropped by more than 30 per cent compared to the 10-year average.

TSSA announces winners of 2023 Safety Awards

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Toronto, ON, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today at its annual public meeting, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) presented this year’s Safety Awards to the Western University Power Plant team and Brandon Irwin of Osler Bluff Ski Club.

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  • Toronto, ON, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today at its annual public meeting, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) presented this year’s Safety Awards to the Western University Power Plant team and Brandon Irwin of Osler Bluff Ski Club.
  • TSSA’s annual Safety Awards is a nomination-based program that honours individuals and organizations working in sectors regulated by TSSA that have made significant contributions to public safety in Ontario.
  • TSSA Legacy Safety Award Recipient: The Western University Power Plant team
    The 15-strong Power Plant team at Western University manages a central power plant that supports diverse buildings across the campus.
  • “Brandon’s remarkable dedication to safety has saved a life, which underscores the importance of a safety-first mindset,” said AJ Kadirgamar, Director of Elevating and Amusement Devices, TSSA.

Ecolomondo Receives TSSA Certification for the Use of Process Gas as Energy Source for Its TDP Reactors

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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As one of the final commissioning steps of the Hawkesbury TDP plant, testing results were as expected, reflecting similar results of the Contrecoeur pilot plant.

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  • As one of the final commissioning steps of the Hawkesbury TDP plant, testing results were as expected, reflecting similar results of the Contrecoeur pilot plant.
  • The energy generated by the syngas was similar to high quality propane, higher in BTUs than natural gas.
  • The Company expects TSSA to approve the use of syngas for Reactor 2 in the next several weeks.
  • As a result, the use of syngas as the energy source for TDP should bring the Hawkesbury TDP plant closer to energy self-sufficiency, a feature almost unique for the entire pyrolysis industry while significantly reducing energy costs.

Stay Safe this Spring with TSSA’s Seasonal Flooding Safety Tips

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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When flooding occurs, key energy infrastructures can become temporarily out of commission, tempting residents to turn to alternatives that may be unsafe.

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  • When flooding occurs, key energy infrastructures can become temporarily out of commission, tempting residents to turn to alternatives that may be unsafe.
  • Portable, fuel-fired appliances designed for outdoor use are never safe to use indoors – They can cause carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, fires and other harmful risks.
  • Visit TSSA.org/Seasonal-Flooding-Safety for TSSA’s full seasonal flooding safety guide.
  • Residents and businesses unsure of how flooding conditions may affect the safeness of specific TSSA-regulated devices should contact TSSA .

Aduro Clean Technologies Starts Commissioning Phase of the Continuous Flow Plastics Reactor

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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(“Aduro” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACT) (OTCQB: ACTHF) (FSE: 9D50), a Canadian developer of patented water-based technologies to chemically recycle plastics and to transform heavy crude and renewable oils into new-era resources and higher-value fuels, is excited to announce that it has started the commissioning phase of the pilot-scale HydrochemolyticTM continuous flow plastic reactor (R2 Plastic).

Key Points: 
  • (“Aduro” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACT) (OTCQB: ACTHF) (FSE: 9D50), a Canadian developer of patented water-based technologies to chemically recycle plastics and to transform heavy crude and renewable oils into new-era resources and higher-value fuels, is excited to announce that it has started the commissioning phase of the pilot-scale HydrochemolyticTM continuous flow plastic reactor (R2 Plastic).
  • Anil Jhawar, Chief Scientist at Aduro Clean Technologies, said, "We are excited to move into the commissioning phase of the R2 Plastic system.
  • Entering this critical step brings us closer to engaging various stakeholders through the operations of the continuous flow system."
  • Ofer Vicus, CEO of Aduro Clean Technologies, added, "We are thrilled to be moving towards completing the commissioning of the R2 Plastic system.

TSSA Cautions Ontario Homeowners Against Hiring Fraudulent Fuels Workers

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Fuels work can be dangerous—even deadly—if not performed by a professional.

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  • Fuels work can be dangerous—even deadly—if not performed by a professional.
  • Since trunk slammers are not certified by or registered with TSSA, their work on furnaces and other fuel-burning equipment is not subject to TSSA audits for compliance with safety requirements.
  • “We would like to remind homeowners that all Ontario contractors authorized by TSSA to perform fuel-related work are listed on the TSSA website ,” said Sadeghi.
  • For more information on TSSA’s ‘Trunk Slammers’ Awareness and Enforcement Program and access to safety resources, visit the following web pages:

Enbridge Gas & TSSA Caution Homeowners to Keep Gas Meters & Fuel-Burning Appliance Vents Free from Snow & Ice

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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“Clearing snow and ice away from the gas meter and the external exhaust outlets for your natural gas burning equipment helps ensure that both the meter and your appliances function safely,” said Neil MacNeil, Director Toronto Region Operations, Enbridge Gas.

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  • “Clearing snow and ice away from the gas meter and the external exhaust outlets for your natural gas burning equipment helps ensure that both the meter and your appliances function safely,” said Neil MacNeil, Director Toronto Region Operations, Enbridge Gas.
  • Enbridge Gas reminds Ontarians of these additional safety precautions:
    Do not shovel, plow or blow snow up against the meter or vent pipe.
  • Never kick your gas meter or vent pipes in an attempt to clear ice and snow.
  • Enbridge Gas is Canada's largest natural gas storage, transmission and distribution company based in Ontario, with over 170 years of service to customers.

Aduro Announces Completion of Mechanical Assembly of its R2 Plastic Reactor

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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Once certified, the reactor unit will be moved to the newly expanded laboratory in London, Ontario for final testing and commissioning.

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  • Once certified, the reactor unit will be moved to the newly expanded laboratory in London, Ontario for final testing and commissioning.
  • The R2 Plastic unit is the Companys customer engagement unit and is designed to handle various plastic feedstocks such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene as single-stream materials, followed by a mixture of these feedstock streams.
  • This is important data that will support the Companys established scale-up and optimization program for the scaled-up pilot: R3 Plastic.
  • Accompanying this update, the Company has produced a video walk-through of the R2 Plastic Reactor featuring our Chief Scientist Anil Jhawar.

Generation Mining Announces Federal and Provincial Approval of the Marathon Project Environmental Assessment

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Generation Mining Limited (TSX: GENM) (OTCQB: GENMF) (Gen Mining or the Company) is pleased to announce that the Marathon Palladium Copper Project (the Marathon Project) was approved by the joint Federal and Provincial Environmental Assessment process.

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  • Generation Mining Limited (TSX: GENM) (OTCQB: GENMF) (Gen Mining or the Company) is pleased to announce that the Marathon Palladium Copper Project (the Marathon Project) was approved by the joint Federal and Provincial Environmental Assessment process.
  • Commenting on todays announcements, Jamie Levy, President and CEO said, This is a great day for Generation Mining Shareholders and critical minerals production in Canada.
  • The receipt of the Decision Statement and Approval Order, respectively, are significant milestones as we advance the Marathon Project into production.
  • Gen Mining continues to work on de-risking and optimizing the Marathon Project, making significant progress on detailed engineering and financing.

Carbon Monoxide – The Silent Killer

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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Toronto, Ontario, Nov. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ontarios annual Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week begins today as CO remains a leading cause of unintentional poisoning across the province.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Nov. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ontarios annual Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week begins today as CO remains a leading cause of unintentional poisoning across the province.
  • Approximately 65% of all CO injuries and deaths in Ontario occur in homes and most, if not all, are preventable.
  • As Carbon Monoxide Week rolls out safety experts at the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) are speaking out about preventive measures to help prevent CO incidents in the home.
  • Attached is a carbon monoxide backgrounder.