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Have an Elevating Devices Mechanic account? You can process your renewal through our online services.

Need an account? Register here.

When do I need to renew?

Your Elevating Devices Mechanic - Class A, C, H, or MR certificate is valid for three years after the date of issue.

The entire 2021 renewal process can be completed through your online account with Technical Safety BC.

If you are renewing a certificate that expires in 2020, or you must renew by mail in 2021, you will need to download and print one of the following renewal forms:

• 2020 renewal form
• 2021 renewal form

What happens if I don't renew?

If you do not renew your certificate but continue to perform regulated work, you put yourself and others at risk. These are the consequences for working with an expired certificate:

• A safety officer may issue a compliance order, or recommend a monetary penalty
• A safety officer may be authorized to stop your work in the field
• You may be required to apply for a new certification and pay any associated fees
• You may also be required to write an examination and complete an interview

Continuing education requirements

The Elevating Devices Safety Regulation requires you to satisfy continuing education training before renewing your Elevating Devices Mechanic certificate of qualification.

You must complete 24 hours of continuing education training in order to renew your  Elevating Devices mechanic certificate. These 24 hours of training must consist of:

• 6 hours of trade-specific safety training related to the regulated activities you are required to perform within the scope of your certificate class
• 6 hours of Act, regulations and code training
• 12 hours of technical training related to technical competencies listed in your class A, H, C, or MR certificate program outline

Make sure the training you are receiving for your continuing education is approved by Technical Safety BC as per our most recent Directive. You can also find a continuing education provider here.