Toronto, ON, September 19, 2024 – The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) presented its 2024 Safety Awards to Andreas Tanzer and Modern Niagara Group Inc. during its Annual Public Meeting on September 19.
TSSA’s annual Safety Awards, a nomination-based program, honour individuals and organizations in TSSA-regulated sectors that have made significant contributions to public safety in Ontario.
“It is important to recognize and celebrate the contributions of individuals and organizations within our regulated industries who tirelessly raise the safety bar to keep Ontarians safe,” said Bonnie Rose, President and CEO of TSSA. “I would like to express my heartfelt congratulations to Andreas Tanzer and Modern Niagara Group Inc. for their commitment to safety excellence and demonstrated leadership in pushing safety to the next level.”
Nominations are accepted for two award categories: the Impact Award, for significant contributions, initiatives, or projects that demonstrate safety excellence or exceed regulatory compliance; and the Legacy Award, for sustained safety conscientiousness demonstrated by individuals or organizations.
TSSA Impact Safety Award Recipient: Modern Niagara Group Inc.
Leading the way to safety excellence through education and partnership
Modern Niagara Group Inc., a national contractor providing mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing solutions for industrial and institutional buildings, received the Impact Award for going above and beyond industry regulations to prioritize safety.
“Modern Niagara Group Inc. has demonstrated safety excellence through active engagement and partnership with the industry,” said Kim Semper, Director of Boilers, Pressure Vessels and Operating Engineers with TSSA. “Their proactive approach and dedication to continuous improvements set a benchmark for others to follow.”
Modern Niagara’s investment in training and development enables its team to navigate regulatory requirements, uphold safety standards and relay safety and compliance messaging to stakeholders in various jurisdictions.
The organization’s partnerships with safety regulators are instrumental in mitigating risks and facilitating client-friendly solutions through initiatives spanning certification development, incident reporting, internal audits and adapting to outcome-based regulations.
Watch a video of Modern Niagara Group Inc. or read their story here.
TSSA Legacy Safety Award Recipient: Andreas Tanzer
Tanzer’s legacy of safety leadership sets the standard for the waterpark industry
Andreas Tanzer was honoured with the Legacy Award for his safety leadership in the waterpark industry. As the son of master sailboat builder Johann Tanzer, Tanzer inherited his father’s passion for facilitating fun in the water. Over a 38-year career, he has become a leading figure in professional water-ride design and developing industry standards and safety regulations for the waterpark industry.
“Tanzer’s work in standards development has made a positive difference to the safety of the waterpark industry,” said AJ Kadirgamar, Director of Elevating and Amusement Devices with TSSA. “He has inspired others with his dedication and expertise while significantly advancing safety and innovation in the field.”
Andreas has been instrumental in creating industry standards and chairing the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) F24 committee’s task group for water slides. His notable efforts have led to the establishment of the internationally recognized ASTM F2376 Standard Practice for Classification, Design, Manufacture, Construction, and Operation of Water Slide Systems in 2006.
Watch a video of Andreas Tanzer or read his story here.
The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) is one of Ontario’s public safety regulators mandated by the Government of Ontario to enforce provincial safety regulations and enhance public safety. Throughout Ontario, TSSA regulates the safety of amusement devices, boilers and pressure vessels, elevating devices, fuels, operating engineers, and ski lifts. Its range of safety services includes public education and consumer information, certification, licensing and registration, engineering design review, inspections, investigations, safety management consultation, compliance support and enforcement and prosecution activities. The organization’s vision is to be a valued advocate and recognized authority in public safety.
For more information, please contact:
Alexandra Campbell
Vice President, Communications and Stakeholder Relations
Technical Standards and Safety Authority
Telephone: 416-734-6227
Email: media@tssa.org
The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) is responsible for administering technical safety regulations and providing oversight for elevating devices, amusement devices, ski lifts, boilers and pressure vessels, fuels and operating engineers. As part of our commitment to enhancing safety outcomes and operational efficiency, TSSA regularly reviews its fee structures to reflect the true cost of maintaining public safety services.
In pursuit of these goals, effective November 4, 2024, TSSA will be introducing two new fees: a Late Payment Fee for licences and other authorizations and an Inspection Appointment Cancellation Fee. These fees are aimed at encouraging timely compliance, reducing regulatory costs, and optimizing resource deployment for inspections.
Late Payment Fee
All regulated entities must have a valid authorization to operate. Timely renewal of authorizations by individuals and organizations is essential to ensuring safety. While 80% of TSSA customers renew their authorizations on time, overdue renewals result in additional oversight costs and pose potential safety risks to the Ontario public. The Late Payment Fee is intended to encourage on-time authorization renewals and reduce regulatory costs.
The Late Payment Fee, as follows, will be charged on a simple, flat fee basis, due only when invoices are paid after the due date.
Authorization Type | Late Payment Fee |
Individuals (certificates) | $50 per expired renewal |
Organizations or Devices (e.g. licences, contractor registrations) | $75 per expired renewal |
Paying Your Invoice
Paying your authorization renewal invoices on or before the expiry date is the best action to avoid the Late Payment Fee. Invoices are sent 60 days before they are due. Please remember it is each authorization holder’s responsibility to keep your contact information up to date with TSSA. Please visit TSSA’s new client portal at https://clientportal.tssa.org and sign up if you have not already. Once in the portal, please verify your contact and mailing information to ensure you are receiving your renewal notices and authorizations. TSSA’s new client portal makes it easy to pay invoices and renew your authorizations.
Inspection Appointment Cancellation Fee
As a regulator, TSSA conducts inspections to ensure that organizations are following safety regulations. When inspections are cancelled by customers on short notice, it leads to inefficiencies and additional costs. To reduce the occurrence of short-notice cancellations, TSSA is introducing an Inspection Appointment Cancellation Fee. The fee will apply to cancellations initiated by customers with 2 business days or less notice. The cancellation fee will also apply if a scheduled inspection can not be completed because a customer is not ready for the inspection.
Cancellation Type | Cancellation Fee |
Cancellation or rescheduling one or two business days prior to scheduled inspection date | 1 hour labour rate ($147 - $192, subject to the regulated industry) |
Same day cancellations or customer not ready | Full inspection fee ($163 - $1,591, depending on the inspection type) |
To avoid the cancellation fee, please plan ahead and contact TSSA to cancel or reschedule an inspection at least three business days in advance. Notice of cancellation of an appointment must be sent using the following email addresses:
Boilers & Pressure Vessels / Operating Engineers: inspectionscheduling@tssa.org
Fuels: fuelsinspection@tssa.org
Elevating Devices / Amusement Devices / Ski Lifts: edadinspection@tssa.org
Improving Compliance and Collaboration for a Safer Ontario
The Late Payment Fee and Inspection Appointment Cancellation Fee are being implemented to enhance compliance and foster collaboration in ensuring public safety. To ensure compliance and avoid unnecessary costs, we encourage customers to keep their contact information up to date and renew authorizations promptly. Please plan ahead and provide advance notice if you need to cancel an inspection.
Thank you for your continued commitment to safety and collaboration.
For further information or assistance, please contact TSSA's Customer Contact Centre at:
Tel: 289-695-3053
Toll-free: 1-877-682-8772
Email: customerservices@tssa.org
Attend the Technical Standards and Safety Authority’s 2024 Annual Public Meeting (APM) and Safety Awards Presentation.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS AND SAFETY AUTHORITY
Livestream Details: https://live.webcastcanada.ca/go/240919tssaapm
Date: September 19, 2024 (Thursday), 3 PM EST
Venue: Marriott Hotel (Salons A, B, C), 901 Dixon Road, Toronto, ON
The APM will be recorded and available on TSSA’s website shortly after the event.
Click to read the agenda.
Check out the latest updates in the May/June 2024 issue of the Safety Dispatch e-newsletter, your source of safety news and initiatives across TSSA’s regulated sectors. Keep your fingers on the pulse of safety developments.
Highlights of this issue include:
- Save the Date: TSSA's Annual Public Meeting & Safety Awards Presentation
- New Client Portal Transforms Customer Experience
- Elevator Contractor Fined $300,000 For Safety Violation During Elevator Installation
- Report Elevators Out of Service for More than 48 Hours
- Ride Smart This Summer with These Safety Tips
- Presentation Slides for Inflatable Industry Training
- Seeking Feedback on Oil & Gas Pipeline Systems Code Adoption Document 2024
- TSSA Presented at HRAI Chapter
- Have Your Annual Inspection Report Ready for Periodic Inspections
- “Light it Right: Light it Up…” BBQ Safety Campaign
- Webinar on Submitting Boilers & Pressure Vessels Engineering Applications
- Verification of the Operating Status of Unverified BPVs Underway
- Report Regulated Boilers & Pressure Vessels Used for Agricultural Purposes
The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) is ushering in a new era of convenience and efficiency for its regulated clients with the official launch of the TSSA Client Portal. The innovative platform, unveiled today, consolidates TSSA’s online services into a user-friendly interface, streamlining processes and enhancing accessibility.
The TSSA Client Portal provides access to the highest-volume applications and offers a suite of self-serve capabilities empowering regulated clients to conduct a range of online transactions directly and update their business information as needed.
“At TSSA, we are committed to leveraging technology to provide our regulated clients with convenient and efficient solutions,” says TSSA President and CEO Bonnie Rose. “The launch of the Client Portal represents a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to modernize our systems and make it easier for our clients to do business with us so that they can focus on what matters most – managing safety.”
Key features of the Client Portal include automated functions that remove manual processing where possible to speed up servicing time and improve overall efficiency. Additionally, Client-portal applications provide clearer instructions on the information that TSSA requires to provide the service, which ensures a more seamless experience from start to finish. Watch the video about the Client Portal.
Portal Functionalities
Regulated clients can use the TSSA Client Portal to do the following:
- Create and update accounts
- Submit an exam request
- View exam results
- View issued orders
- Submit and pay for applications
- View inspection reports and permits, licences or certificates
- Pay a TSSA invoice (account setup not required)
Furthermore, the Client Portal offers direct access to the online submission of TSSA’s highest-volume applications with the ability to submit supplementary documentation where required.
To get started with the TSSA Client Portal, all customers are required to sign up as new users.
- Existing clients must link to their existing TSSA account (Existing users should not create a new account).
- New clients need to create a new account.
Step-by-step instructions can be found on the Training web page. Additionally, organizations are reminded that unique email addresses are required for each user – access to the Portal is not permitted for users sharing a single email address.
For assistance or inquiries regarding the Client Portal, customers can contact TSSA’s Customer Contact Centre at 1-877-682-8772 or refer to the self-help resources on TSSA’s website.
Check out the latest updates in the March/April 2024 issue of the Safety Dispatch e-newsletter, your source of safety news and initiatives across TSSA’s regulated sectors. Keep your fingers on the pulse of safety developments.
Highlights of this issue include:
- Nominations Open for TSSA's 2024 Safety Awards
- TSSA Garners Safety Excellence Recognition for Third Straight Year
- Unveiling Soon…The New TSSA Client Portal
- Mark Your Calendar: Virtual Training for the Inflatable Industry
- Prevent Elevator Doors from Closing on Passengers
- 60-Day Public Review of CSA B149.1:25 Natural Gas & Propane Installation Draft Code
-Seeking Your Feedback: Compressed Gas Code Adoption Document (CAD) 2024
- Fraud Prevention Month: Combatting Trunk Slammers
- Report Regulated Boilers & Pressure Vessels Used for Agricultural Purposes