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February 23, 2010 TO: ALL ACP CONTRACTORS

ACP Manual – March 2010 Please find enclosed the newly update ACP Manual, dated March 2010. A few important notes:

This Manual is now in effect and replaces the ACP Manual you have dated March, 2009 – please destroy the March 2009 copy.

Application Forms and the “Listing Your Business” Form are included behind Tab 5.0 ACP Misc.

An electronic version of the Manual is contained on CD and is located in a plastic panel on the inside of the back page.

Changes to this year’s Manual:

There was one major change to ACP this year – same day emergency work now qualifies for a same day emergency connection – See Section 3.0 ACP Benefits, Subsection 3.3 Same Day Emergency Connections, to understand what is included. Some restrictions do apply.

All other changes were minor in nature. Any questions, please contact the ACP Office at 1-800-249-4583.

Sue English ACP Program Supervisor Electrical Safety Authority

Authorized Contractor Program Section Reference: 0.0

- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Table of Contents

ACP Manual Section 0.0 Page 1 March 2010 v1

Table of Contents

1.0 Program Objectives ........................................................................ 1 1.1 Purpose ....................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Scope .......................................................................................................... 1 1.3 Audit Process .............................................................................................. 1 1.4 Costs Associated with ACP Membership ..................................................... 2

2.0 Program Eligibility ........................................................................... 1

2.1 What is Required to Become a Member of the ACP? .................................. 2 2.1.1 Orientation Package ............................................................................. 2 2.1.2 Application Form................................................................................... 2 2.1.3 Renewal Form – HVAC Contractors only ............................................. 3 2.1.4 Licensing .............................................................................................. 3 2.1.5 Sub-Contracting ................................................................................... 3 2.1.6 # of Notifications Required To Get Onto The ACP Program ................. 4 2.1.7 Training – For Initial Program Membership .......................................... 4 2.1.8 Account History .................................................................................... 4 2.1.9 Performance Management ................................................................... 5

2.1.9.1 Defect Ratio Methodology ................................................................. 5 2.1.9.2 “60Day/100%” Process ..................................................................... 6 2.1.9.3 Quality Assurance System (QAS) for HVAC Contractors only .......... 7

2.2 What is Required to Remain a Member of the ACP? .................................. 8 2.2.1 Probationary Period (excluding HVAC) ................................................ 8 2.2.2 Training ................................................................................................ 9

2.2.2.1 For Ongoing Membership Status ...................................................... 9 2.2.2.2 Due to Poor Performance ................................................................. 9

2.2.3 Account – Current................................................................................. 9 2.2.4 Performance ......................................................................................... 9 2.2.5 Corrective Action Plan ........................................................................ 10 2.2.6 Warning Letter .................................................................................... 10 2.2.7 Suspensions/Deregistration Letter ..................................................... 11 2.2.8 Appeal Process .................................................................................. 11 2.2.9 Reinstatements .................................................................................. 12 2.2.10 Following Program Administrative Processes .................................... 12

2.2.10.1 Available Access (excludes New Residential) ................................ 12 2.2.10.2 Safe Access .................................................................................... 13 2.2.10.3 Shared Responsibility ..................................................................... 13 2.2.10.4 Rescheduling Pre-Authorized Connection Dates ............................ 13 2.2.10.5 Calling at Each Stage of Construction ............................................ 13 2.2.10.6 Calling to Reschedule ..................................................................... 13 2.2.10.7 Failing to Correct Defects Within A Specified Timeframe ............... 14 2.2.10.8 Working Outside Scope Of Work – Pole Line ................................. 14 2.2.10.9 Working Outside Scope Of Work – Substation ............................... 14

2.2.11 Contractor Accountability .................................................................... 14 2.2.12 # of Notifications Required to Remain a Member ............................... 16


- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Table of Contents

Section 0.0 Page 2 ACP Manual March 2010 v1

3.0 Program Benefits ............................................................................ 1

3.1 24-Hour Benefit ............................................................................................ 1 3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections ........................................................................ 2 3.3 Same Day Emergency Connections ............................................................ 2 3.4 After Hours Emergency Status ..................................................................... 3 3.5 Fee Discounts .............................................................................................. 3 3.6 Co-Advertising ............................................................................................. 3 3.7 Web Advertising ........................................................................................... 4 3.8 Opportunity to Partner in Electrical Safety ................................................... 4 3.9 ACP Contractor Newsletter .......................................................................... 4

4.0 Program Verticals ........................................................................... 1 4.1 Residential ................................................................................................... 3 4.2 Residential - Small Jobs .............................................................................. 5 4.3 Residential - HVAC ...................................................................................... 6 4.4 Commercial/Industrial .................................................................................. 8 4.5 Pole Line Maintenance .............................................................................. 10 4.6 Substation Maintenance ............................................................................ 12

5.0 Glossary ........................................................................................... 1

Attachments .......................................................................................... 1 PROCESS CHART – New Residential ................................................................... 3 ACP APPLICATION FORMS .................................................................................. 5


- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Program Objectives


1.0 Program Objectives

1.1 Purpose .............................................................................................................. 1 1.2 Scope ................................................................................................................. 1 1.3 Audit Process ..................................................................................................... 1 1.4 Costs Associated with ACP Membership .......................................................... 2

1.1 Purpose The Authorized Contractor Program provides a process for recognizing Ontario Electrical Safety Code compliant work, performed by a Contractor – based on current practices and previous work.

1.2 Scope An Authorized Contractor Program that meets the needs of the qualified Contractor. The Program will include most electrical installations with exceptions listed in the introduction to Section 4.0. ACP provides for safe electrical installations, and allows ESA to focus and further improve safety in other sectors of the electrical industry.

1.3 Audit Process The ACP Program works on an audit-based process. Contractor performance is closely monitored; hence, full inspections may not be required. The audit ratio takes into account the associated risk and is different for each ACP Vertical. See Section 4.0 Program Verticals for specific information relating to this item.

Additional inspections may be required during the probationary period or if the level of “safety” of the work diminishes over the contract period.

Electrical safety will not be compromised. Code compliant installations will be the standard. Defects that may present a life or property hazard will be cause for suspension. See Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.4 Defect Monitoring.


- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Program Objectives


1.4 Costs Associated with ACP Membership

Program Membership Fee HVAC (non-contractors) $116.82 + Tax & Bulletins

Residential (includes HVAC) $116.82 + Tax & Bulletins

Pole Line (only) $116.82 + Tax & Bulletins

Substation (only) $116.82 + Tax & Bulletins

Residential+Pole Line $186.92 + Tax & Bulletins

Residential+Substation $186.92 + Tax & Bulletins

Pole Line+Substation $186.92 + Tax & Bulletins

Residential+Substation+Pole Line $321.98 + Tax & Bulletins

Commercial-Industrial (includes Residential) $490.65 + Tax & Bulletins

Commercial-Industrial+Pole Line $560.75 + Tax & Bulletins

Commercial-Industrial+Substation $560.75 + Tax & Bulletins

ALL (includes all of the above) $654.21 + Tax & Bulletins

For Bulletins Prices, go to www.orderline.com *Fees subject to change given 30 days written notice.

Note1: The annual fee includes the annual membership cost and the annual bulletin cost – both are mandatory annual costs for all ACP participants

PLUS: Whenever ESA New Code is offered it is mandatory for all ACP participants. This is in accordance with Section 2.0, Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.2.1 Training – For Ongoing Membership Status.

PLUS: Whenever the OESC Code Book is updated, ESA recommends that sufficient copies be purchased – This is mandatory for all ACP participants in accordance with Section 2.0, Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.11 Contractor Accountability.

PLUS: Contractors wishing to participate in Co-Advertising may do so for a one-time administrative charge of $25 (plus GST) and 50 cents per sticker (plus GST) per order. For more information regarding co-advertising, please see Section 3.0 Program Benefits, sub-section 3.6 Co-Advertising.

REFUNDS: For those Contractors who have been on the Program for less than three months, a refund of 75% of membership fee, excluding bulletin costs, will be paid to those who voluntarily withdraw from the Program (25% will be held by ESA to cover administration), except under the following conditions:

Refunds will not be given to those who are suspended/deregistered as a result of receiving a Warning or Suspension letter;

Refunds will not be given to those who have been suspended/deregistered due to leaving imminent fire and/or shock hazard

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- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Program Eligibility


2.0 Program Eligibility

2.0 Program Eligibility .......................................................................... 1

2.1 What is Required to Become a Member of the ACP? .................................. 2 2.1.1 Orientation Package ............................................................................. 2 2.1.2 Application Form ................................................................................... 2 2.1.3 Renewal Form – HVAC Contractors only .............................................. 3 2.1.4 Licensing ............................................................................................... 3 2.1.5 Sub-Contracting .................................................................................... 3 2.1.6 # of Notifications Required To Get Onto The ACP Program ................. 4 2.1.7 Training – For Initial Program Membership ........................................... 4 2.1.8 Account History ..................................................................................... 4 2.1.9 Performance Management ................................................................... 5

2.1.9.1 Defect Ratio Methodology ................................................................. 5 2.1.9.2 “60Day/100%” Process ..................................................................... 6 2.1.9.3 Quality Assurance System (QAS) for HVAC Contractors only .......... 7

2.2 What is Required to Remain a Member of the ACP? ................................... 8 2.2.1 Probationary Period (excluding HVAC) ................................................. 8 2.2.2 Training ................................................................................................. 9

2.2.2.1 For Ongoing Membership Status ...................................................... 9 2.2.2.2 Due to Poor Performance .................................................................. 9

2.2.3 Account – Current ................................................................................. 9 2.2.4 Performance ......................................................................................... 9 2.2.5 Corrective Action Plan ........................................................................ 10 2.2.6 Warning Letter .................................................................................... 10 2.2.7 Suspensions/Deregistration Letter ...................................................... 11 2.2.8 Appeal Process ................................................................................... 11 2.2.9 Reinstatements ................................................................................... 12 2.2.10 Following Program Administrative Processes ..................................... 12

2.2.10.1 Available Access (excludes New Residential) ................................. 12 2.2.10.2 Safe Access .................................................................................... 13 2.2.10.3 Shared Responsibility ...................................................................... 13 2.2.10.4 Rescheduling Pre-Authorized Connection Dates ............................ 13 2.2.10.5 Calling at Each Stage of Construction ............................................. 13 2.2.10.6 Calling to Reschedule ..................................................................... 13 2.2.10.7 Failing to Correct Defects Within A Specified Timeframe ................ 14 2.2.10.8 Working Outside Scope Of Work – Pole Line .................................. 14 2.2.10.9 Working Outside Scope Of Work – Substation ................................ 14

2.2.11 Contractor Accountability .................................................................... 14 2.2.12 # of Notifications Required to Remain a Member ............................... 16




2.1 What is Required to Become a Member of the ACP?

2.1.1 Orientation Package

All individuals interested in joining the ACP Program must contact the ACP Office at 1-800-249-4583. Provided all program eligibility requirements are met, the prospective ACP Contractor may opt to receive an Orientation Package or go to ESA’s website at www.esasafe.com and go through this process on-line. The Orientation Package consists of:

Orientation Handout Orientation Questionnaire Membership Application

The purpose of the Orientation Package is to make certain the Contractor understands what is required to get onto the Program and what is required, on an ongoing basis, to remain on the Program. The Package contains sufficient information so that the Contractor can make an informed decision as to whether or not they want to join. All information provided to the prospective Contractor in the Orientation Package must be signed, dated and returned, as stipulated in the Orientation Letter.

2.1.2 Application Form The Application Form is included in the Orientation Package. Contractors are required to fill out the form in its entirety and return it to the ACP Office. HVAC APPLICANTS ONLY are required to also submit a copy of their applicable trade licence and commercial liability insurance. Should any information on the application form change, it is the responsibility of the ACP Contractor to notify the ACP Office and have all information pertaining to their business updated. Failure to do this may result in suspension from ACP, until such time as Contractor and/or qualified installer information is updated accordingly. The following rules apply to Contractors wishing to change any information regarding their ACP Company: The company who retains the original Company Owner will hold onto

orientation history, account history The company who retains the licensed installer will hold onto

notification activity, defect history, new code training history

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2.1.3 Renewal Form – HVAC Contractors only On each anniversary date, a Renewal Form is issued to all HVAC ACP Contractors which must be signed and returned, along with copies of the contractor’s current commercial liability insurance and applicable trade licence for the work being performed as an ACP Contractor.

2.1.4 Licensing

Contractors on the Authorized Contractor Program must hold a valid ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence as required under Ontario Regulation 570/05 made under the Electricity Act, 1998, and the appropriate Certificates of Qualification as required under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act or under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act for the work to be performed. Specific Certificates of Qualification requirements are noted in Section 4.0 Verticals, within each individual vertical section. The principal or employee of the company may hold the current valid Certificate of Qualification, as required by the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act. It is the expectation of ESA that the company’s certified electrician(s) or certified HVAC installer(s) is responsible to oversee and ensure that all electrical/HVAC installations are code compliant. The owner of the company has a vested interest in ensuring that all work is code compliant, as his/her company may be removed from the Program as a result of repetitive non-code compliant work. In very specific circumstances and only where there is no requirement for an appropriate certificate of qualification in accordance with the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act and/or where there is no requirement for an ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence, a Contractor (in accordance with rule 2-004 (8)(c)) may be admitted to the Program if the Contractor has demonstrated competency through appropriate training and examination, who holds the appropriate liability insurance and has demonstrated knowledge of the OESC and the installations. A formal request must be made to the Chief Engineer or the Provincial Code Engineer, who has complete authority to approve/disapprove in accordance with the requirements set out in the OESC. Program integrity and risk will be the two underlying principles considered at all times.

2.1.5 Sub-Contracting Sub-Contracting is allowed under the ACP Program, providing the individual who is licensed under the ACP Program takes full responsibility: To oversee the work done by others - both full-time employees of the

company and those who work on a part-time or contract basis, and




For ensuring that all sub-contractors hold the necessary ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence(s) as required under Ontario Regulation 570/05.

The ACP Contractor is responsible for ensuring all individuals doing work under this Program receives ESA New Code Training whenever it is offered or when required by ESA, and

The ACP Contractor recognizes and understands that his/her company may be removed from the Program should it be determined that sub-standard or non code compliant work is being done – regardless of who has done the work, on behalf of the company.

2.1.6 # of Notifications Required To Get Onto The ACP Program Contractors wishing to participate in ACP must have filed a minimum of 20 applications for inspection in the previous one-year period, while a member of ESA’s charge account system, to be considered for the ACP Program. Contractors participating in the Pole Line Maintenance vertical who hold a 309A electrician’s certificate only, must have filed a minimum of 20 applications specific to that Line of Business, while a member of ESA’s charge account system (See Section 4.0 Program Verticals, sub-section 4.5 Pole Line Maintenance for more information).

2.1.7 Training – For Initial Program Membership Mandatory Training:

ESA offers Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) Training upon the

release of the updated Code Book – when offered, this training is mandatory for all ACP participants.

ACP Contractors must ensure all staff are trained on New Code The Contractor shall ensure that a current issue of the OESC and

Electrical Safety Authority Bulletins are readily accessible to field staff.

2.1.8 Account History Contractors requesting entrance to the ACP Program must have a current account balance and their account history must indicate no overdue or past due notices. ACP Program Supervisor may deny access to the Program should a clear account history not be present.




2.1.9 Performance Management

2.1.9.1 Defect Ratio Methodology

The defect ratio methodology applies to all verticals under ACP, except HVAC. Contractors are measured by their “defect ratio”. There are a number of elements with regard to how the “defect ratio” works: The defect ratio is calculated by dividing the number of notifications

with at least one technical defect with the number of notifications with at least one site visit

A Contractor’s defect ratio cannot exceed 4% Defect information is based on a 6-month rolling window Only ACP notifications and defects issued on ACP notifications are

considered in the defect calculation once a contractor is accepted onto the ACP program.

Only Technical defects are considered in the defect calculation (note that 2-022 and 2-034, from the administrative portion of the Code Book are considered Technical for the purposes of ACP and therefore count in the defect ratio)

Contractors may receive a “WARNING Defect” first before a defect is issued. A “WARNING Defect” is intended to advise the Contractor that a minor code infraction exists so that it is corrected and done correctly, going forward

The Inspector may at any time select to issue a defect, rather than a “WARNING Defect”

Failure to make application is considered a hazard All fire and/or shock hazards will result in suspension from the ACP

Program for a minimum period of three months In addition, Contractors are “defected” should they fail to follow ACP administrative practices. While these defects do not count in the defect calculation, Contractors need to understand that this information is tracked and Contractors can be warned/suspended if they do not implement processes that eliminate Administrative defects.

Example: # of Notifications with at least 1 technical defect = 5 # of Notifications with at least 1 site visit = 132 Defect Ratio: 3.78% Acceptable Defect Ratio: <=4%




2.1.9.2 “60Day/100%” Process Should a Contractor’s defect ratio exceed 4%, the ACP Program Supervisor will proceed to suspend the Contractor or may select to Warn the Contractor and place his Contracting business on the ACP “60Day/100%” process. What is the “60Day/100%” process? Safe electrical installations done in accordance with the Ontario Electrical Safety Code is a requirement of all ACP Contractors. Once a Contractor has been >4% for an extended period of time or if the Contractor’s performance under ACP deteriorates quickly, the ACP Program Supervisor will suspend or will move the Contractor to 100% inspections. ESA wants to give the Electrical Contracting Business every opportunity to remain a member of the ACP Program, but must ensure code compliant installations are being done. “60Day/100%” Process - the following rules apply to this process

Timeframe: The Electrical Contracting Company is placed on 100% inspections for a period of 60 days Identification: The suffix “100%” appears behind the Company’s ACP # on all ESA correspondence sent to the Contractor Access: All access arrangements during this period are the responsibility of the Contractor to arrange Fees:

Fee discounts will continue to be applied during the 100% phase If the Inspector attends a New Residential site three times – once for

each stage of construction, the Contractor will be charged an additional call of $125. To avoid this cost, the Contractor may select to combine his inspections so only two visits are done, thereby eliminating the third visit charge.

24-Hour Benefit: The 24-hour benefit will be removed for the 60-day timeframe. Inspections will be scheduled on the day the Inspector is in the area. This may mean work will need to be held open until the Inspector is there to inspect it. Other trades need to be advised they are not to cover up any wiring until it has been inspected.




Contractors who on-line with ESA, are not allowed to schedule on-line during the 60-day timeframe.

Pre-Authorized Connections: The pre-authorized connection benefit will be removed for the 60-day timeframe. Inspectors need to inspect 100% of all services; therefore, this work will be entered as a “Disconnect and Hold”, and inspection must occur before reconnection takes place. Defect Ratio:

A separate calculation will be done during the 60 days that will only take into account work done during this period – oftentimes it is difficult for a Contractor to bring his overall rating down below 4%, because it is based on a six-month rolling window. The separate calculation will assist the Contractor in that only work done during this timeframe will count, so code compliant work will ensure positive results

At the end of 60 days, if the Contractor is not below 4% in his 60-day separate calculation, he will be suspended from ACP for a minimum period of three months

To return to full status: At the end of the 60 days, four months of defect information collected from the four months leading up to the 100% being applied, will be blended with the 60 days at 100% defect information . If the blended total is below 4%, the Contractor will be returned to full status. If the blended total is above 4%, the Contractor’s 60-day timeframe will continue to be extended on a monthly basis, until the blended total is below 4%.

2.1.9.3 Quality Assurance System (QAS) for HVAC Contractors only:

HVAC Contractor performance under ACP is measured by way of the Quality Assurance System, or QAS. QAS works as follows: Code infractions discovered on your work today will require another

inspection at another of your work sites already filed for or on your next filed notification

Inspections will continue to occur until no code infractions are found and until ESA feels confident none exist

Terminology and associated Fees:

Phase I: audit ratio 1:10 (normal) - permit fee $26/notification Phase II: audit ratio 2:10 – permit fee $52/notification Phase III: 100% inspections – permit fee $71/notification




If code infractions persist, your Company will be phased up to the next audit level

Once code infractions are eliminated, your Company will be returned to Phase I, or normal

Once in Phase III, Contractors must do code compliant work for 30 consecutive notifications; failure to do so, will result in suspension

Correspondence to Contractors occurs at each Phase Up/Down

Ensuring consistent code compliant work will make certain you stay in Phase I

To assist us in gaining access to all sites, it is imperative that you

include the site contact name and their phone # on the Application Form at the time of filing. Failure to provide this information will result in ESA requesting that your Company make access arrangements on behalf of ESA.

2.2 What is Required to Remain a Member of the ACP?

2.2.1 Probationary Period (excluding HVAC) A three month probationary period will commence when a Contractor first joins ACP and when a Contractor selects to include another vertical in his/her membership. The probationary period will be considered a training and evaluation period. During this time, additional inspections may be required based on the performance of the Contractor. All defects are to be written and sent to the Contractor. Any hazardous condition or documented Contractor practice not followed may be grounds for suspension. If the Contractor does not successfully complete the probationary period he will be removed from the Program and will be unable to re-apply for a period of one year. The Contractor may use the appeal process should he/she wish to challenge the suspension. (See Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.9 Appeal Process). At the ACP Program Supervisor’s discretion, the probationary period may be extended once due to failure to meet Program criteria. Note1: HVAC Contractors operate under the Quality Assurance System (QAS) and are not subject to the rules of probationary status




2.2.2 Training

2.2.2.1 For Ongoing Membership Status All ACP members must take New Code Training, when offered by ESA. Those required to take training includes all individuals performing electrical/HVAC work under the Authorized Contractor Program. This training is mandatory for all Contractors on ACP.

2.2.2.2 Due to Poor Performance Should a Contractor be removed from the ACP Program due to poor performance, the ACP Program Supervisor may insist that an ESA technical training course, appropriate to the poor performance, be taken prior to reinstatement to the ACP Program. This training will occur at the expense and travel time of the Contractor.

2.2.3 Account – Current Contractors on the ACP Program must maintain a current account balance and will be warned first and then suspended/ deregistered if the account is not immediately made current. Should a warned or suspended Contractor’s account fall into an overdue status again, the ACP Program Supervisor may immediately deregister the Contractor.

2.2.4 Performance The ACP Program Supervisor, General Manager and Field Facilitator will continually monitor a Contractor’s performance as it relates to code compliant work. Contractors who continually do non-code compliant work will be warned first, suspended/deregistered if Contractor response is not adequate, or moved to the “60Day/100%” process. Note1: HVAC Contractors operate under the Quality Assurance System (QAS) and are not subject to the rules of the defect ratio Note2: A defect deemed as “hazardous” by the Inspector and agreed to by the Territory Technical Advisor, will be cause for immediate suspension for a minimum period of three months Note3: Failing to file is considered a hazard Note4: If a defect is deemed as “hazardous”, the penalty includes:

Automatic suspension for minimum three months All active ACP notifications will be changed to non-ACP status $71 fee per active ACP notification, changed to non-ACP, will apply




2.2.5 Corrective Action Plan A “Corrective Action Plan” may be requested when a Warning Letter is issued to a Contractor and will be requested when a Suspension/ Deregistration Letter is issued to a Contractor. The purpose of the Corrective Action Plan is for the Contractor to advise – in writing – what processes have been implemented so that ESA is assured this situation will not arise again.

2.2.6 Warning Letter The Program Supervisor will issue a Warning Letter:

If a Contractor has a defect ratio >4% (does not apply to HVAC members)

If a Contractor has an overdue account balance If pre-existing hazards were present and the Contractor neglected

to advise ESA (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.10.3 Shared Responsibility)

If a Contractor drops below the required number of 20 permits annually to remain a member

If a Contractor doing Substation or Pole Line maintenance work, does work outside of the pre-defined Scope of Work (See Section 4.0 Program Verticals, sub-section 4.5 Pole Line Maintenance and 4.6 Substation Maintenance)

If a Contractor fails to follow ACP Processes, i.e. frequent “no access” defects, failing to call at each stage of construction, failing to notify if connection date changes, failing to correct defects within specified timeframe, etc. (See Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.11 Contractor Accountability)

Warning Letters will state the reason for the warning, request in writing a “Corrective Action Plan” and stipulate a reply date. Contractors are required to reply in writing, within the stipulated timeframe, what processes they have put into place to ensure the same concern is not flagged again. Failure to adequately respond to the Warning Letter is sufficient reason for the ACP Program Supervisor to consider suspension.




2.2.7 Suspensions/Deregistration Letter

The Program Supervisor will issue a Suspension/Deregistration Letter:

If after an investigation has been done, it is confirmed a Contractor was doing work without filing – suspend, min 3 mths – max 2 year; Note1: Failing to file is considered a hazard (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.4 Performance).

If Contractor has left life and/or property hazards behind – suspend, min 3 mths – max. 2 year;

If a Contractor connects prior to the pre-authorized connection date – connections must take place on the date the pre-authorized connection is issued for – suspend, min 3 mths – max. 2 year;

If Contractor sub-contracts to a non-licensed Contractor – suspend, min 3 mths – max 2 year;

If Contractor fails to meet the conditions laid out in the Warning Letter – suspend min 3 months – max 2 year;

If Contractor fails to meet the conditions laid out in the Suspension Letter – deregister up to 2 years;

If Contractor fails to successfully complete the probationary period – suspend, contractor may re-apply once eligibility requirements are met;

If Contractor has a >4% defect ratio and he was warned when he reached >4% - suspend min 3 months – up to 2 years;

If Contractor was convicted of an offense under the Electricity Act – deregister – 2 years.

Note2: Responsibility rests with the Contractor to contact ESA if he/she desires to rejoin the Program - if a Contractor was suspended and makes no attempt within 12 months to reinstate his Company to the Program, deregister. Suspension/Deregistration Letter will state the reason for the suspension/deregistration, advise that all ACP privileges are immediately removed, advise that an appeal process is available, and stipulate a date in which the Contractor is eligible to reapply for Program membership. During the suspension period, normal inspection procedures and fees will apply to all installations filed after the suspension date.

Voluntary deregistrations must be submitted in writing to the ACP Program Supervisor.

2.2.8 Appeal Process

To ensure a fair and just system, Contractors may make a formal appeal if their application for Program membership has been denied or when suspended/deregistered from the Authorized Contractor Program. An appeal, in writing, must be faxed to the ACP Office at 1-800-249-7667 within 15 working days from receiving the refused application, or notice of suspension/ deregistration. A decision will be forthcoming within three weeks.




2.2.9 Reinstatements It is the responsibility of the Contractor to request reinstatement to the Authorized Contractor Program. Upon receiving the request, the ACP Program Supervisor may issue a Reinstatement Letter, if:

the stipulated time-period in Suspension/Deregistration Letter has been fulfilled and the ACP Program Supervisor is satisfied with Contractor performance; or

the Contractor formally submits a Stage I Appeal, requesting that the suspension/deregistration decision be reconsidered, (in writing to the Program Supervisor) and is successful, reinstatement will be immediate, effective the date of the decision (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.8 Appeals)

If the ACP Program Supervisor agrees to reinstate a Contractor, a Reinstatement Letter will be issued, advising agreement to reinstate, date reinstatement is effective, and the reinstatement conditions. Reinstatement conditions may include retraining for particular aspects of concern, i.e. Ontario Electrical Safety Code, ACP Procedures, Residential Wiring, HVAC training. If the ACP Program Supervisor does not agree to reinstate a Contractor, a letter will be issued, advising the Contractor of the reason reinstatement has been denied. If a Stage I Appeal does not result in successful reinstatement, the Contractor may advance the appeals process to Stage II (See Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.8 Appeals)

2.2.10 Following Program Administrative Processes It is important that Program administrative processes are followed. Each of the below-noted items could result in a written defect – Contractors can be warned/suspended for failing to follow administrative processes.

2.2.10.1 Available Access (excludes New Residential) The Contractor must arrange access when requested by the Electrical Safety Authority. Failure to do so may result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.




2.2.10.2 Safe Access Contractor shall ensure safe access to installations is always available for the Electrical Safety Authority. Failure to do so may result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.10.3 Shared Responsibility The Authorized Contractor Program has a shared responsibility. Should a Contractor discover existing hazards while on a work site, he/she must advise the Electrical Safety Authority. Failure to do so will result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.10.4 Rescheduling Pre-Authorized Connection Dates It is the responsibility of the Contractor to advise the Electrical Safety Authority when connection dates are changed or re-scheduled – connections can only take place on the date the pre-authorized connection is issued for. Failure to do so may result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.10.5 Calling at Each Stage of Construction It is a requirement of the Authorized Contractor Program, that Contractors notify the Customer Service Centre when each stage of construction is ready for inspection, i.e. rough wiring, service, and final. Failure to do so may result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.10.6 Calling to Reschedule It is a requirement of the Authorized Contractor Program, that Contractors notify the Customer Service Centre should a scheduled inspection not be required. Failure to do so may result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.




2.2.10.7 Failing to Correct Defects Within A Specified Timeframe It is the responsibility of the Contractor to correct defects within 30 days from the time of issuance. Failure to do so may result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.10.8 Working Outside Scope Of Work – Pole Line It is the responsibility of the Contractor doing Pole Line work, to work within the pre-defined Scope of Work, as outlined in Section 4.0 Program Verticals, sub-section 4.5 Pole Line. Failure to do so will result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.10.9 Working Outside Scope Of Work – Substation It is the responsibility of the Contractor doing Substation work, to work within the pre-defined Scope of Work, as outlined in Section 4.0 Program Verticals, sub-section 4.6 Substation Failure to do so will result in a Warning Letter and a

written defect.

2.2.11 Contractor Accountability

The following Contractor Accountabilities must be adhered to. Failure to do so, may result in a Warning Letter/Suspension from the ACP Program: 2.2.11.1 Basic Program Accountability Requirements:

o Notifications must be filed for ALL electrical work, as per the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Rule 2-004

o When filing, the Contractor must disclose all information relating to that particular electrical installation, to ensure ACP/non-ACP rules are appropriately applied

o When serious code violations are detected by the Electrical Safety Authority on an installation, the Contractor must verify in writing to the General Manager and the ACP Supervisor, that similar defects in the work performed are NOT present in any previous installation

o Contractors are responsible to advise ESA when a scheduled inspection is not ready, or cancelled




o Contractors must work within the parameters of ACP and any work that falls outside the scope of a particular Vertical, must be filed on a separate Application for Inspection

o The owner or an employee of the owner must hold the appropriate Certificate of Qualification

2.2.11.2 Administration

o All information must be provided on the application form, including specific directions to the site requiring inspection, or it will be returned to the Contractor requesting that it be completed prior to inputting

o Staff must be skilled and qualified according to the particular type of work being performed

o All those doing work under the Authorized Contractor Program, have participated in an Electrical Safety Authority New Code whenever such training is offered

o Copies of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code and the Electrical Safety Authority Bulletins must be readily available to all staff

o The Contractor’s business is equipped with a telephone answering machine or voice mail

o The Contractor has a dedicated fax machine or has supplied ESA with a current email address, in order to receive ACP related communications, i.e. ACP Newsletter

o Substation contractors must have email capability in order to submit via email the substation maintenance condition report to the applicable ESA Inspector

o Contractor shall pay an annual Program registration fee o Contractor shall be on the charge system and shall maintain

a current account balance

2.2.11.3 Processes: o A process is in place that ensures all staff are familiar with

the requirements of the Authorized Contractor Program o A process is in place that ensures ALL applications for

inspection are filed o A process is in place to ensure scheduling, rescheduling and

cancellations, for inspections is made o A process is in place that ensures all non-conformances,

defects and code violations are corrected immediately o ACP processes must be followed, i.e. Arrange access,

ensure safe access, calling at each stage of construction, notifying ESA if connection date changes, etc




2.2.12 # of Notifications Required to Remain a Member Contractors participating in ACP must have filed a minimum of 20 applications for inspection in the previous one-year period, while a member of ESA’s charge account system. Contractors participating in the Pole Line Maintenance vertical who hold a 309A electrician’s certificate only, must have filed a minimum of 20 applications in the previous one-year period specific to that Line of Business, while a member of ESA’s charge account system to retain status (See Section 4.0 Program Verticals, sub-section 4.5 Pole Line Maintenance for more information). Application monitoring will occur quarterly. Contractors with <20 applications in the previous one-year period will be warned and should their company again have <20 applications in the previous one-year period when the information is again reviewed at the beginning of the next quarter, the Contractor will be suspended.


- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Program Benefits


3.0 Program Benefits

3.1 24-Hour Benefit ............................................................................................ 1 3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections ........................................................................ 2 3.3 Same Day Emergency Connections ............................................................ 2 3.4 After Hours Emergency Status ..................................................................... 3 3.5 Fee Discounts .............................................................................................. 3 3.6 Co-Advertising ............................................................................................. 3 3.7 Web Advertising ........................................................................................... 4 3.8 Opportunity to Partner in Electrical Safety ................................................... 4 3.9 ACP Contractor Newsletter .......................................................................... 4

Members of the Authorized Contractor Program are advantaged by the many benefits offered by the Program; however, all benefits will be immediately withdrawn should a Contractor fail to meet the criteria as outlined in “Program Eligibility” and is subsequently suspended or deregistered from the Program. Note1: ACP benefits apply to ACP work only and only where exceptions are not noted.

3.1 24-Hour Benefit ACP Contractors, who file their application with the Electrical Safety Authority as per Code Rule 2-004 and pay the fee as set out under the fee schedule, are entitled to a 24-hour turnaround on their applications. The process is as follows,

The Contractor notifies the Electrical Safety Authority Customer Service Centre, when an electrical inspection is ready for inspection. (Only work that is “ready” qualifies for this benefit).

All requests for inspection must be received in the Customer Service Centre by 2:00pm, for next business day service.

After 2:00pm of the next business day following the particular request for inspection, an inspection shall be deemed to have taken place by the Electrical Safety Authority.

Notwithstanding the aforementioned, an Inspector may notify the corporation, partnership or sole proprietor (Contractor) by 2:00pm on the day the inspection is scheduled, and advise that a physical inspection is going to take place on this installation.

The 24-Hour Benefit applies to ACP Contractors only and only to those items covered under the ACP Program.

This benefit applies to all three stages of construction – Rough-In/ Service/ Final

This benefit covers New Residential, Renovation Residential, Service Upgrades, 1:3 & 1:5 Commercial/Industrial Small Jobs. (1:10 Small Jobs are not included).

This benefit is in effect during regular business hours and does not apply to emergency work.




3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections See Section 4.0, Program Verticals, for explanation of when pre-authorized connections apply to individual verticals. The process to follow to request a pre-authorized connection is as follows:

The Contractor files an “Application for Inspection” for a pre-authorized connection

The Contractor contacts the Supply Authority and makes arrangements for the Power Outage

The Contractor provides ESA with 24 hours advanced notice of the power outage date

The Contractor is responsible for notifying ESA of any cancellations or postponements

Note1: Pre-authorized connections can only be used on the date they are issued for; connections occurring prior to the scheduled date, will be viewed as working without a permit.

3.3 Same Day Emergency Connections

Under ACP, Contractors are entitled to a same day emergency connection if the following conditions are present:

Due to weather conditions, ie. Ice storms, wind storms Due to an accident, ie. Vehicle hitting a pole, tree or limb falling on line Due to meter replacements Due to an existing underground cable being damaged

Type of work that would be included:

damaged stack/meterbase, pole damage replacement of main breaker, or replacement of a main disconnect in a residential setting, or replacement of a burnt or broken jaw in a meterbase

The following items are not included for a same day emergency connection: Service upgrades/renovations not a result of items noted above All exclusions noted in ACP Manual, Section 4.0 Program Verticals, page

1 Chart entitled “Items Not Included in the ACP Program”.




3.4 After Hours Emergency Status Under ACP, Contractors belonging to the substation and/or pole line verticals require a connection authorization in an after hour emergency situation will contact ESA after hours by calling 1-877-ESA-SAFE and review with the on-call Inspector the work that was done. The on-call Inspector will determine if an inspection is required prior to reconnection and if not, he will arrange a connection providing the Contractor has ACP status in the applicable vertical.

3.5 Fee Discounts ACP Contractors receive reduced fees on filed applications, as follows:

Fee Discounts

Vertical Description of Work Price Today*

Residential - Small Job Invoice Value to customer $500 or less $26

Residential - Regular Invoice Value to customer $501or above 20% Discount

Residential - HVAC HVAC work only $26

Commercial/Industrial Invoice Value to customer $500 or less $26

Invoice Value to customer $501 - $2000 $51 Invoice Value to customer $2001 - $5000 $90

*Fees subject to change given 30 days written notice. ** Also, note that when a single line item is submitted on a notification and when this single item is priced lower than $71, the system automatically adjusts the cost to $71 – the 20% ACP discount is applied to the $71

3.6 Co-Advertising ACP Contractors who have been on the ACP Program for at least one year, who are not on probation, may display the ESA logo by way of vehicle stickers and/or an electronic file for letterhead/business card purposes. To participate, the following criteria must be met,

Acceptable defect ratio Current account balance Filing all applications for inspection

The cost to participate in Co-Advertising is a one-time $25 administrative charge plus 50¢ per sticker (+GST) per order. There is no charge for the electronic files. Certain restrictions apply and Contractors must agree to adhere to all restrictions, prior to the issuance of stickers and/or an electronic file. Contractors who wish to participate in Co-Advertising should contact the ACP Office at 1-800-249-4583.




3.7 Web Advertising All ACP Contractors are listed on ESA’s website at www.esasafe.com in five locations – their billing address plus four optional locations. Customers calling into ESA enquiring about an electrician in their area, are directed to the website to select an ACP Contractor.

3.8 Opportunity to Partner in Electrical Safety The Authorized Contractor Program offers Contractors the opportunity to partner in electrical safety, with the regulatory body responsible for electrical safety in the Province of Ontario. This partnership provides Contractors with a number of spin-off benefits, namely:

Industry recognition Competitive edge Inspector/Contractor relationship, built on trust

3.9 ACP Contractor Newsletter The ACP Newsletter is a key communication tool in the Authorized Contractor Program. By way of the Newsletter, Contractors are advised of Program clarifications, revisions, and updates – all information is provincially based. Newsletters are sent to Contractors via fax or email and each issue is saved on ESA’s website at www.esasafe.com. It is imperative that the ACP Office be notified of changes to Contractor fax/email information, in order that Contractors receive important up-to-date Newsletter communications – see Sample Newsletter next page.

Note1: The Newsletter will be faxed or emailed to Contractors – Contractors who have not provided ESA with a dedicated fax number and/or an email address, can still view the newsletters on ESA’s website.

http://www.esasafe.com/




ACP Newsletter – Sample


- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Program Verticals


4.0 Program Verticals

4.1 Residential ................................................................................................... 3 4.2 Residential - Small Jobs .............................................................................. 5 4.3 Residential - HVAC ...................................................................................... 6 4.4 Commercial/Industrial .................................................................................. 8 4.5 Pole Line Maintenance .............................................................................. 10 4.6 Substation Maintenance ............................................................................ 12

Each vertical will include information pertaining to:

Scope of Work Required Licenses Notification Price Pre-authorized Connections (if applicable) Minimum Audit Ratios Application Forms – copies of forms are included at the end of this manual Any special notes relevant to individual verticals Exclusions (as applicable, as well as those noted below)

Note1: The above list of exclusions represents the major items excluded from ACP; however, additional items may be added as required.

Note2: Contractors are required to advise the Customer Service Centre (CSC) if the work they are doing is the result of a fire

Note3: Contractors are required to provide all information regarding the installation to the CSC at the time of filing, so applicable benefits are denied/applied

Note4: Contractors shall notify the CSC when each stage of construction is ready for inspection (i.e. rough wiring, service and final)

Items NOT included in the ACP ProgramApartment BuildingsFire alarm systemsFire - all work done after a fireGround Source Heat Pumps (Geo Thermal)Hazardous locationsHigh Voltage InstallationsGenerator and Transfer SwitchesHot TubsPre-authorized connections after a fire, flood, lightning strikeSection 24 InstallationsSolar panels, or photovoltaic installations SpasSwimming PoolsTemporary WiringTrade Shows




Note5: Access – The Contractor must arrange access to the site, as required by the Electrical Safety Authority

Note6: Safe Access – The Contractor must ensure safe access to the site is always available for ESA Inspectors

Note7: No connections (temporary or permanent) are allowed prior to pre-authorized connection date

Note8: Trench work included in the service inspection will be subject to ACP benefits. Trench inspections requested separately will not be subject to ACP benefits; hence, full inspections and full fees will apply.




4.1 Residential

Vertical RESIDENTIAL

Scope of Work The ACP Program will include all electrical installations normally done within a “single family dwelling” as defined in the current Electrical Inspection Fees.

Required Qualifications

A valid ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence as required under Ontario Regulation 570/05 made under the Electricity Act, 1998, and the appropriate Certificates of Qualification as required under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act or under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act for the work to be performed.

Notification Price *Fees subject to change given 30 days written notice.

All work, as listed below, is entitled to a 20% discount: Fee Schedule Items – Eligible for 20% Discount Residential Units Separate living quarters in a new house Mobile Homes Detached Outbuildings and Structures Additions or Alterations >$500 invoice value to customer Consumer Service Service Change, Panel Change and Service Repairs Miscellaneous Equipment

Note1: When a single line item is submitted on a notification and when this single item is priced lower than $71, the system automatically adjusts the cost to $71 – the 20% ACP discount is then applied to the $71

Pre-Authorized Connections

For a definition of Pre-Authorized Connections, see Section 3.0 Program Benefits, sub-section 3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections. The following table outlines when pre-authorized connections are allowed for ACP – Residential

Service Type Parameters Pre-

Authorized Connections

Fee Discounts

New Service

Single Family Dwelling: up to, and including, 200 amp 120/240 1 phase max residential Note2: Single Family Dwelling >200 amp, 2 visits are required with the service being a mandatory visit

No 20%

Service Upgrades / Alterations

Single Family Dwelling: up to, and including, 200 amp 120/240 1 phase max residential

Yes 20%

Service Upgrades / Alterations

Single Family Dwelling 201 amp and above

No 20%




Minimum Audit Ratios

The ACP Program works on an audit-based process. Contractor performance is closely monitored; hence, full inspections may not be required. Minimum inspection ratios for residential ACP work, is as follows:

Type of Work Applied For

Application Quantity

Passed With Visit / Passed With No Visit

New Residential 1 1 of either rough-in, service or final passed with visit / the other 2 phases of inspection passed with no visit

Additions/Alterations 1 Permits valued at >$100: 1 of either rough-in, service or final passed with visit / the other 2 phases of inspection passed with no visit

3 Permits valued at <=$100:1 passed with visit / 2 passed with no visit

Service Upgrades 3 1 passed with visit / 2 passed with no visit

Application Form New and Renovation Residential Applications for Inspection Note3: copies of both forms in back of Manual

Note4: The 2:00pm deadline applies to all work identified above in “Type of Work Applied For”; therefore, Contractors are responsible for access arrangements before 2:00pm.




4.2 Residential - Small Jobs Vertical RESIDENTIAL – SMALL JOBS

Scope of Work

A Residential “small job” is identified as follows: An electrical installation valued at five hundred dollars ($500) or less

invoiced to the customer for labour AND materials Applications are to be filed:

o When the Small Jobs Application Form is filled, or o On the 1st and on the 15th of each month

Note1: A Contractor may file more frequently but in no case should an application be filed more than two weeks after the job

Small jobs are filed when a final inspection is required; small jobs requiring a rough-in inspection and final inspection do not qualify as a small job

No service work is covered under Small Jobs – this work must be filed on a Residential Application Form

Small jobs are exempt from the 24-hour benefit An audit ratio of 1:10 is applied to this work




Residential Small Job notification price is $26.00 each for one small job per application, per site. Note2: only one small job per application is allowed.


N/A


For every ten small job work locations submitted from a Contractor, the Electrical Safety Authority will perform a minimum of one (1) inspection, providing the Contractor does code compliant work. Non-code compliant work will force additional inspections. Note3: All 1:10 small job applications are batched. Once ten have been received from the Contractor, the system randomly selects one from the batch and sends it to the Inspector ready for inspection. A Certificate of Inspection will be issued for all notifications within a batch once the Inspector passes one notification. However, if any notification within the batch contains an outstanding defect or has an inspection pre-arranged, the entire batch will be held until the defect and/or the pre-arranged inspection has been cleared.

Application Form

Small Jobs Application Form Note4: copy of form in back of Manual




4.3 Residential - HVAC

Vertical Residential - HVAC

Scope of Work

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Contractors on the ACP Program must understand they are limited in scope to work that is unique to this business and for which their staff are qualified under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act. Therefore, HVAC Contractors on the ACP Program must ensure they work within the scope of their licence and are qualified to install and/or do work within the unit only. An HVAC “small job” is identified as follows: An HVAC installation valued at five hundred dollars ($500) or less invoiced

to the customer for labour and miscellaneous materials only HVAC job value does not include the price of the appliance and associated

non-electrical equipment Applications are to be filed:




No service work is covered under Small Jobs – this work must be filed on a Residential Application Form

Small jobs are exempt from the 24-hour benefit An audit ratio of 1:10 is applied to this work, providing HVAC Contractor does code compliant work


A valid ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence as required under Ontario Regulation 570/05 made under the Electricity Act, 1998, and the appropriate Certificates of Qualification as required under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act or under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act for the work to be performed, or

Electrician’s Certificate – 309A, C, D or E Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic – 313A or D Oil Burner Technician – OBT1, 2 Gas Fitter Technician – G1, 2 Plumber – 306A One or any combination of above-noted qualification(s) is sufficient, providing Contractor does only that work covered by his/her applicable certificate of qualification.


HVAC work that falls under the “small job” definition is entitled to be filed on a “Small Jobs Application Form” and receive the notification price of $26.




Vertical Residential - HVAC Note2: Two items can go on one notification providing both are ready for inspection at same time and both meet the maximum amount of $500 for labour and miscellaneous material


N/A

Exclusions

Applies to Residential HVAC sites only ACP will cover only work that applies to the scope of this vertical. All other

work will require full inspections with appropriate applications being filed HVAC jobs are exempt from the 24-hour benefit


For every ten small job work locations submitted from an HVAC Contractor, the Electrical Safety Authority will perform a minimum of one (1) inspection. Note3: All 1:10 small job applications are batched. Once ten have been received from the Contractor, the system randomly selects one from the batch and sends it to the Inspector ready for inspection. A Certificate of Inspection will be issued for all notifications within a batch once the Inspector passes one notification. However, if any notification within the batch contains an outstanding defect, the entire batch will be held until the defect and/or the pre-arranged inspection has been cleared. Note4: Quality Assurance System (QAS) is applied to HVAC work. Non-code compliant work can force an audit ratio of 2:10 or 10:10 - additional fees will be applied accordingly. See Section 2.1.9.2

Application Form

ACP Small Jobs Application Form Note5: copy of form in back of Manual




4.4 Commercial/Industrial

Vertical COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Scope of Work

The ACP Program will include electrical installations and maintenance work with a Contractor invoice to the customer value of $5000 or less (including the cost of parts/ equipment/machinery). This Program will not apply to maintenance work in any facility, building, business or other location where a Continuous Safety Services contract is in effect. There are three small job tiers included in Commercial/Industrial in ACP – scope of work for each follows: 1:10 - An audit ratio of 1:10 is applied to this work and the following criteria is applied: An electrical installation valued at five hundred dollars ($500) or less invoiced

to the customer for labour AND materials Applications are to be filed:




No service work is covered under Small Jobs – this work must be filed on a Commercial/Industrial Application Form

Small jobs are exempt from the 24-hour benefit 1:5 – An audit ratio of 1:5 is applied to this work with an electrical installation value of $501 - $2000 for labour AND materials, and 1:3 – An audit ratio of 1:3 is applied to this work with an electrical installation value of $2001 - $5000 for labour AND materials The following criteria is applied to both 1:5 and 1:3: Applications are to be filed within 48 hours of the work commencing. Additionally, provided these jobs are submitted on a Small Jobs Application Form without any 1:10 jobs on that same form, This work is entitled to the 24-hour benefit A rough-in and final inspection may be requested on this work and if this is

required, the ACP Contractor must call in at each stage of construction No service work is covered under Small Jobs – all service work must be filed on a Commercial/Industrial Application Form






Vertical COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Notification Price

*Fees subject to change given 30 days written notice.

The following prices reflect notification prices for Commercial/Industrial work, done under the ACP Program.

Commercial/Industrial ACP Pricing Structure Invoice Amount Permit Fee (+ Tax)*

$500 or less $26 $501 to $2000 $51 $2001 - $5000 $90


For a definition of Pre-Authorized Connections, see Section 3.0 Program Benefits, sub-section 3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections. The following table outlines when pre-authorized connections are allowed for ACP – Commercial/ Industrial.

Service Type Parameters Pre-Authorized Connections

Fee Discounts

New Service None No None Service Upgrades / Alterations *

Up to and including 400 amp, 120/240V single and

120/208V three phase Yes None

* 120/240V single phase, 120/208V three phase Note2: 100% inspections done on ALL C/I Service Work


The ACP Program works on an audit-based process. Contractor performance is closely monitored; hence, full inspections may not be required. Minimum inspection ratios for commercial/industrial ACP work, are as follows:

Invoice Worth Inspection Ratio Small Job – C/l $500 or less 1: 10 Small Job – C/l Invoice Value to Customer $501 - $2000 1: 5 Small Job – C/I Invoice Value to Customer $2001 - $5000 1: 3

Note3: All 1:10 small job applications are batched. Once ten have been received from the Contractor, the system randomly selects one from the batch and sends it to the Inspector ready for inspection. A Certificate of Inspection will be issued for all notifications within a batch once the Inspector passes one notification. However, if any notification within the batch contains an outstanding defect or has an inspection pre-arranged, the entire batch will be held until the defect and/or the pre-arranged inspection has been cleared.

Application Form

Small Jobs Application Form Note4: copy of form in back of Manual




4.5 Pole Line Maintenance

Vertical POLE LINE MAINTENANCE

Scope of Work

Under ACP, Contractors will receive a one in five inspection ratio and will be advantaged by pre-authorized connections for pole line maintenance work <50kV, on both temporary and permanent pole lines. Allowable maintenance work is as follows: Like for Like Replacements:

Cable Terminators Fuse Cut Outs Guy and anchor replacement Insulator replacement Lightning Arresters Pole replacement Pole Top Extension Repair to grounding and bonding conductors Replacement of Cross Arm Secondary and HV Cable Repair Single Phase, ground operated switch Central Metering Service (CMS)

Note1: Performing work other than that work as noted above is not covered under this ACP vertical and will require a separate non-ACP notification. Failure to do so will result in a Warning Letter and a written defect. Note2: New Contractors to the Program come on as “Probationary” Contractors for three months; failure to successfully complete the probationary period, can result in automatic suspension (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.1 Probationary Period) Note3: Gang-operated switches and other replacement installations not covered under the maintenance list of like for like above (and not including new installations) will be subject to preauthorized connections and emergency connections. Full inspections will occur on this work the next time the Inspector is in the area. Note4: Contractors can install new, providing they are replacing like-for-like

After Hours Emergency Work

Requiring a Connection Authorization Under ACP, Contractors requiring a connection authorization in an after hour emergency situation will contact ESA after hours by calling 1-877-ESA-SAFE and review with the on-call Inspector the work that was done. The on-call Inspector will determine if an inspection is required prior to reconnection and if not, he will arrange a connection providing the Contractor has ACP status.




Vertical POLE LINE MAINTENANCE


A valid ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence as required under Ontario Regulation 570/05 made under the Electricity Act, 1998, and the appropriate Certificates of Qualification as required under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act or under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act for the work to be performed. Electrician’s Certificate 309A or D, plus experience* or 434A or B *Experience = 20 notifications specific to this line of business, to get onto ACP and to remain on ACP. Notification information is continually reviewed, on a one year rolling window (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.1.7 # of Notifications Required to Get Onto the ACP Program and 2.2.12 # of Notifications Required to Remain a Member)


No ACP discount is applied to this work.


For a definition of Pre-Authorized Connections, see Section 3.0 Program Benefits, sub-section 3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections. See pre-authorization allowances for Pole Line Maintenance, noted above under Scope of Work

Exclusions All new work.

Labels N/A


For every five applications specific to pole line maintenance work, submitted from a Contractor, the Electrical Safety Authority will perform a minimum of one (1) inspection.

Application Form

High Voltage, Substation, Pole Line Application for Inspection Note5: copy of form in back of Manual




4.6 Substation Maintenance

Vertical SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE

Scope of Work

Clean out foliage (weeds, shrubs etc.) from inside the substation. Wash down the insulators, check the operation of the switches and breaker or fuses, check oil for contaminants, review and perform minor repairs. Over all, a general clean up is allowed. Make recommendations to the substation owner as to required repairs. In addition, under ACP, Contractors will receive a one in five inspection ratio and will be advantaged by pre-authorized connections on substation maintenance work up to and including 115kV/230kV, defined as “minor” or “Like for Like” replacements. A list of work defined as “minor” and “Like for Like” replacements follows:

Minor Work: 1. Alignment of breakers and switches 2. Inspection of breakers and switches 3. Repairs to station electrode 4. Repairs to fence and associated fence bonding 5. Tap Changes 6. Testing of electrical equipment (transformers, breakers,

switches) 7. Thermography

Like for Like Replacements:

1. Cable Terminations 2. Cooling Fans 3. Fuse Cut Outs 4. Fuse Links 5. Fuses 6. Insulators 7. IPS Tubing 8. Lightning Arresters 9. Stress Cones 10. Transformer Bushings 11. Transformer Regasketting 12. Wooden Poles




Vertical SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE Exclusions: If major repairs are required in order to re-energize the substation, the Contractor is obligated to contact an ESA Electrical Inspector for approval to reconnect. Failure to do so will result in a Warning Letter and a written defect. Note1: the pre-authorized connection issued on the above “minor” work or “Like for Like” replacements does not apply if “major” work is required.

Major Work – for example but not limited to:

1. Cable Replacement 2. Installation of Cooling Fans 3. Relocation of Fuse Cut Outs 4. Relocation of IPS Tubing 5. Replacement of Grid 6. Replacement of High Voltage Cables 7. Replacement of Insulators (not like for like) 8. Replacement of Structures 9. Replacement of switchgear, switches, breakers, capacitor

banks 10. Replacement of transformers

Note2: New Contractors to the Program come on as “Probationary” Contractors for three months; failure to successfully complete the probationary period, can result in automatic suspension (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.2.1 Probationary Period) Note3: 1:5-inspection audit ratios will not apply to TLO, Metal Clad Switch Gear and Indoor Substations. Inspections on this work will be determined by the Inspector, after his review of the Substation Maintenance Report and as per the internal Best Business Practice (ESA BBP Version Date January 24/02) Note4: Five days notice required on all substation maintenance work for open air stations. Failure to do this may result in a mandatory site visit with applicable fees. Note5: Gang-operated switches and other replacement installations not covered under the maintenance list of like for like (and not including “major” work) will be subject to preauthorized connections and emergency connections. Full inspections will occur on this work the next time the Inspector is in the area.

After Hours Emergency Work Requiring a Connection Authorization

Under ACP, Contractors requiring a connection authorization in an after hour emergency situation will contact ESA after hours by calling 1-877-ESA-SAFE and review with the on-call Inspector the work that was done. The on-call Inspector will determine if an inspection is required prior to reconnection and if not, he will arrange a connection providing the Contractor has ACP status.




Vertical SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE


A valid ECRA/ESA Electrical Contractor's Licence as required under Ontario Regulation 570/05 made under the Electricity Act, 1998, and the appropriate Certificates of Qualification as required under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act or under the Apprenticeship and Certification Act for the work to be performed. Electrician’s Certificate 309A or D, or 434A or B, or CET* + Experience** or Professional Electrical Engineer*** + Experience** *CET must be recognized by Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) ***Professional Electrical Engineer must be recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) **Experience = 20 notifications specific to this line of business, to get onto ACP and to remain on ACP. Notification information is continually reviewed, on a one year rolling window (see Section 2.0 Program Eligibility, sub-section 2.1.7 # of Notifications Required to Get Onto the ACP Program and 2.2.12 # of Notifications Required to Remain a Member)


No ACP discount is applied to this work.


For a definition of Pre-Authorized Connections, see Section 3.0 Program Benefits, sub-section 3.2 Pre-Authorized Connections. See pre-authorization allowances for Substation Maintenance, noted above under Scope of Work

Exclusions Exclusions are covered above noted under Scope of Work.

Labels N/A


For every five applications specific to open air substation maintenance work, submitted from a Contractor, the Electrical Safety Authority would perform a minimum of one (1) inspection.

Application Forms

Low Voltage and High Voltage Applications for Inspection Note6: copies of both forms in back of Manual Note7: All Contractors doing Substation Maintenance Work must also complete the “Substation Maintenance Condition Report” within 14 days of the work being completed and email it to the applicable Inspector.


- the key to electrical safety! Section Title: Glossary


5.0 Glossary Audit Ratios The ACP Program works on an audit-based process. Contractor performance is closely monitored; hence, full inspections may not be required. The audit ratio takes into account the associated risk and is different for each ACP Vertical Automated Batching Process The Automated Batching Process (aka ABP), batches all small job notifications on a per Contractor basis, ensuring 1 in 10 notification is inspected ACP Authorized Contractor Program. A process for recognizing Ontario Electrical Safety Code compliant work, performed by a Contractor, based on current practices and previous work Action Letter Action letters, ie Warning, Suspension, are sent to a Contractor whose behaviour under the Program is not within Program standards, ie. A Warning Letter is issued due to a high defect ratio Account Status Every Contractor on ACP must maintain a current account balance to remain eligible for Program status Co-Advertising Contractors who meet certain criteria may be eligible to co-advertise with ESA. Co-advertising participants are sent a vehicle decal and a .jpg file for use on Business Cards/Letterhead

Defect - Administrative Administrative defects do not count in the defect ratio calculation; however, two defects located in the administrative section of the Code Book are included in the ACP defect ratio and therefore are counted as Technical. They are 2-022 and 2-034 Defect – L&oP High likelihood of shock or fire Defect Not a L&oP. Moderate risk. Or previous Warning Defect has not

altered behaviour.

Defect – Warning Defect Low likelihood of shock, fire and/or low

likelihood of exposure. Or previous Postponement has not

altered behaviour.

Defect – Postponement Does not create undue hazard to

persons or property, minor degree of deviation from OESC.

Defect – Deviation Does not create undue hazard to

persons or property. Moderate degree of deviation from

OESC. Site specific. Approval/agreement required from

TA/Regulatory. Defect - History Historical defect information is maintained on all ACP Contractors and the defect ratio is based on a six-month rolling window


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Defect - Ratio The ACP defect ratio is calculated by dividing the # of defective sites into the # of site visits. Contractors must maintain a defect ratio of 4% or below to remain eligible for Program status Deregistration Contractors can be deregistered from the Program if they fail to meet on-going eligibility requirements HVAC HVAC Contractors must work within the scope of their licence. Pre-Authorized Connections Contractors on the Program are allowed a pre-authorized connection on Residential, Commercial/ Industrial, Pole Line and Substation Maintenance work, providing the work done is within the pre-authorized scope. Probation Contractors come onto ACP in a probationary capacity. They must fulfill three months while on probation prior to consideration being given for full time membership status. Full Program benefits apply while Contractor has a status of probationary and Inspectors may do additional inspections during the probationary period. Quality Assurance System (QAS) QAS measures performance under ACP. Contractors who consistently do code compliant work will see no change, but those who are issued defects will receive increased inspections.

Reinstatement ACP Contractors can be considered for Program reinstatement, providing they have fulfilled the time requirement stipulated in the Suspension letter and the ACP Program Supervisor is satisfied with performance, or they have successfully appealed the suspension decision. Suspension Letter ACP Contractors are suspended from the Program if they fail to meet the requirements laid out in the Warning Letter, if they have left a Life and/or Property hazard, or if they do not meet Program requirements during the probationary period. Vertical The term “vertical” defines the work included in ACP, ie. HVAC, Residential, etc. for which Contractors may elect to include in their membership. Certain criteria apply to each Vertical; see Section 4.0 Program Verticals, for a detailed description of each. Warning Letter Warning letters are issued to Contractors who fail to meet the requirements of the ACP Program. A Contractor can be warned for an overdue account balance, a high defect ratio, failing to reschedule a pre-authorized connection date, etc.

Authorized Contractor Program Section Reference: Attachments

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ACP Manual Page 1 March 2010 v1

Attachments

PROCESS CHART ....................................................................................................... 3 ACP APPLICATION FORMS ........................................................................................ 5




PROCESS CHART – New Residential

Contractor requests inspection

Application sent to inspector

Application processed and marked ready for inspection

Inspector verifies contractor ACP status

on computer

OFF ON

Installation inspected using normal inspection procedures

Inspector decides which installations to inspect by Program requirement

NO inspectionYES inspection

Inspector processes work order according to “request

for inspection”

Inspector will inspect installation before 2:00 p.m.

Inspector will not inspect before 2:00 p.m.

Inspector follows normal inspection procedures

Inspector notifies contractor before 2:00pm that the installation must remain accessible until an inspection has

been performed

Inspector may notify contractor of defects

NOTE: fire and / or shock hazards must be dealt with immediately. Contact the

General Manager.

Reference Section 1.0 Program Objectives, sub-section 1.3 Audit Process

Suspension with approval of COO &

Regulatory

NOTE: Access arrangements must be made

for the Inspector up to 2:00pm




ACP APPLICATION FORMS

Five Application Forms are in use for ACP Contractors: 1. Small Jobs Application Form - A “small job” form should be used in the

following situations:

HVAC Residential Commercial/Industrial Invoice value to customer not exceeding $500 not including price of appliance and associated non-electrical equipment

Invoice value to customer not exceeding $500

Three Small Job Categories Invoice to customer does not

exceed $500 Invoice to customer between

$501 - $2000 Invoice to customer between

$2001 - $5000 All above costs include the

cost of equipment/machinery Note1: HVAC Contractors must use this form for all ACP Work

2. Renovation Residential Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate Form –

this form is to be used by:

Contractors doing Renovation Residential work only, that does not fall into the “small job” category, as noted above

3. New Residential Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate Form – this

form is to be used by:

Contractors doing New Residential work only

4. Low Voltage Industrial/Commercial/Institutional/Agricultural Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate Form – this form is to be used by:

Contractors doing Commercial/Industrial Service Work Substation Contractors doing Low Voltage Service Maintenance Work

5. High Voltage, Substation, Pole Line Application for Inspection and Fee

Estimate Form – this form is to be used by:

Contractors doing Substation Maintenance Work Contractors doing Commercial/Industrial Pole Line Maintenance work Contractors doing Residential Pole Line Maintenance Work

Please note that All Commercial/Industrial work over $5000 invoice cost to your customer (including the cost of equipment/machinery) must be submitted on Industrial/Commercial/Institutional/Agricultural Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate and not on the Small Jobs Form as this is outside the scope of ACP. Copies of all forms are included in this Manual

Authorized Contractor Program (ACP) Application for Inspection Residential, HVAC & Commercial/Industrial

SMALL JOBS FORM Applicant Information ESA Account Number:

ECRA/ESA Licence Number:

Date of Application:

ACP#:

Name: Telephone:

Street: Fax:

City: Province: Postal Code: Cell:

Contact: E-mail:

Site Information

Name: Site Information Name:

Street: City/Twp: Street: City/Twp:

Unit: Emergency 911#:

Telephone: Unit: Emergency 911#:

Telephone:

Site Contact: On-site Location: Site Contact: On-Site Location:

Work Description:

Installation Type and $Value WN – Will Notify RI – Rough-In F - Final WN RI F $500 Residential/HVAC $500 Commercial/Industrial $501 $2,000 C/I only $2,001 $5,000 C/I only

Work Description:


Existing Hazards on Property: Advise local Inspector


Comments/Location: Comments/Location:

Site Information

Name: Site Information Name:

Street: City/Twp: Street: City/Twp:

Unit: Emergency 911#:

Telephone: Unit: Emergency 911#:

Telephone:

Site Contact: On-site Location: Site Contact: On-Site Location:

Work Description:


Work Description:




Comments/Location:

Comments/Location:

By submitting personal information to the Electrical Safety Authority, or its agents and service providers, you agree that ESA may collect, use and disclose such personal information in accordance with its privacy policy, applicable laws or pursuant to our administrative agreement with the Province of Ontario. If you provide us with the personal information on behalf of another individual, you represent that you have all necessary authority and/or have obtained all necessary consents from such individual to enable us to collect, use and disclose such personal information for the purposes set forth in our Privacy Policy. A copy of our policy is located on our website at www.esasafe.com FORM 1022D (01/08)

1-877-372-7233 Fax: 1-800-667-4278 [email protected]

P.O. Box 24143, Pinebush Postal Outlet, Phone: 1-877-ESA-SAFE (372-7233)Cambridge, Ontario, N1R 8E6 Fax: 1-800-667-4278

Date Account # ACP # Rough-InServiceR/I & ServiceDisconnect

Name Trench onlyGrounding only

Address Unit/Suite FinalWill Notify

City Province/State Country

Postal Code Phone # Fax #

Name

Civic/Blue # Sub Lot Other

City Twp Rural Lot Con

Site Contact Phone

Main Intersection Water Travel Required Yes No

Total # of devices 1-10 11-40 >40 Subpanel Amp With Service Yes $

Apartment Renovations 1st 4 units (R016) Qty $ A/C Furnace Hot Water Heateradditional units with 1-3 Outlets/Panels (R069) Qty $ Battery Charger Submersible Pump Yard Lights

additional units with 4 - 9 Outlets/Panels (R017) Qty $ (R038)additional units with >9 Outlets/Panels (R018) Qty $ Other/Specify: $

Apartment Building Retrofit (R070) Qty $ Generator (R067) Qty $ including SubMetering conversions, lighting retrofit, fire alarm retrofit Branch circuit only for equip installed by others (R059) Qty $

Service Change (R003) Amps Qty $ Secondary Underground Trench (C050) Qty $Meter Change (R003) Amps Qty $ Inspected at the same time as other work (Y/N)

Panel Change (R003) Amps Qty $ Primary/Secondary Lines (# of Poles) (C044) Qty $

Inground / Indoor Pool (R012) Qty $

Above Ground Pool / Hot Tub / Pool Grounding only (R013) Qty $

Wind Generation System < 10 kW kW $

Solar Photovoltaic System < 10 kW kW $

Cheque Credit Card

Card #

Name

See 2009 Electrical Inspection Fee Schedule for Details Form 1398 (09/09) The total cost may change pending a site visit

Pools/Hot tubs (4.5)

Service (4.3) Trench / Overhead Lines (5.6)

Security DevicesFansLocation (Room) GFCIs

Power Outlets

Fire Alarm Devices

Site Contact

Please specify Quantity of each type of device in each room in the dwelling (attach an additional page if more space is required for additional rooms)

Apartment Renovations (4.2.2)

Payment MethodFee Estimate incl GST

-$ By submitting personal information to the Electrical Safety Authority, or its agents and service providers, you agree that ESA may collect, use and disclose such personal information in accordance with its privacy policy, applicable laws or pursuant to our administrative agreement with the Province of Ontario. If you provide us with the personal information on behalf of another individual, you represent that you have all necessary authority and/or have obtained all necessary consents from such individual to enable us to collect, use and disclose such personal information for the purposes set forth in our Privacy Policy. A copy of our policy is located on our website at www.esasafe.com

Expiry

Date Ready

RESIDENTIAL RENOVATION - Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate Ready for:

Applicant Information

PO/Job #Site Information

ECRA/ESA Lic#

Renovations of Residential Units (4.2.1)

Street

Hydromassage/Whirlpool Bathtub Sauna

Heat Pump

Renewable Energy (7)

Fixtures Switches

Miscellaneous Equipment (4.4)

Receptacles

Driving Directions / Comments / Work Details


Date Account # ACP #Rough-InServiceR/I & Service

Name FinalTrench only

Address Unit/Suite Will Notify



Name

Civic/Blue #

Phase Building Sub Lot Block Unit


Site Contact Site Contact Phone #

New Residence (R030, R031, R052) Amps $

New Modular / Prefab (R022, R023, R053) Amps $ Main IntersectionNew Res Units within Multi-Unit Complex (R032, R033, R054) Amps $ Water Travel Required Yes No

Stacked Type Houses (R055) Amps Qty $

Separate Living Quarters (R028) Qty $

Detached Outbuildings or Structures (# devices) Qty $

Mobile Homes (R021) Qty $

New Apartments (R019) Qty $

A/C Furnace Hot Water Heater

Yard Lights

Sauna (R038)

Other/Specify: $

Generator (R067) Qty $

Inground / Indoor Pool (R012) Qty $

Above Ground Pool / Hot Tub (R013) Qty $

Trench - separate inspection required (C050) Yes $

Primary/Secondary Lines (# of Poles) (C044) Qty $

Permanent Pole Service (C048) Amps $

Solar / Wind Energy System (C077) kW $

Cheque Credit Card

Card #

Name Expiry

See 2009 Electrical Inspection Fee Schedule for Details Form 1397 (09/09) The total cost may change pending a site visit

Other Installations (4.4, 4.5, 5.6, 5.1.4)


New Residential (4.1) Driving Directions/Comments/Other Details

Street

Date Ready

NEW RESIDENTIAL - Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate ECRA/ESA Lic# Ready for:

By submitting personal information to the Electrical Safety Authority, or its agents and service providers, you agree that ESA may collect, use and disclose such personal information in accordance with its privacy policy, applicable laws or pursuant to our administrative agreement with the Province of Ontario. If you provide us with the personal information on behalf of another individual, you represent that you have all necessary authority and/or have obtained all necessary consents from such individual to enable us to collect, use and disclose such personal information for the purposes set forth in our Privacy Policy. A copy of our policy is located on our website at www.esasafe.com

Site Information PO/Job #

Fee Estimate incl GST

Whirlpool/Hydromassage Bathtub

Payment Method

Misc. Equipment (4.4) Installed at the Same Time, Same Contractor

Battery Charger Submersible Pump

Heat Pump


Account#ServiceR/I & ServiceFinal


Address Unit/Suite DisconnectWill Notify



Name

Civic/Blue # Street Sub Lot Other


Phone # Main Intersection

New Construction or Renovation Work location in building

Amp(C006, C007, C008)

Outlets Fixtures Switches Fire alarm dev.

Qty $ Signs Motors <1 HP Htg./Cooking Devices <5kW

Electronic Metering (e.g. Donuts, check meters) Qty $ Other (Describe):

Low Voltage Service Maintenance (C072) Date $ Non-Classified (C017) Qty Classified (C018) Qty $

Central Metering (C051) Amperage $ Retrofit Lighting or Fire Alarm Devices (C074) Qty $

Permanent Pole Service (C048) Amperage $ Power Outlets: (>20A or >120V) including Street lights

Portables at school site (C055) Qty $ Non-Classified (C053) Qty Classified (C054) Qty $

Amp(C019,C020,C021)

Underground Trench - Primary Line (C050) Qty $

Qty $ Underground Trench - Secondary Line (C049/C050) Qty $

Specify Inspected at the same time as other work (Y/N)

Primary/Secondary Lines - # of Poles (C044) Qty $

Temp 1 Phase(C012) Qty $

Temp 3 Phase (C016) Qty $ Installation of branch circuit only (for equip by others) (C071) Qty $

Subdivision (C013) # of poles $ Trolley, Bus Duct, Cable Tray (C028) m $

Const Trailers (C068) Qty $ Billboards (C027) Qty $

New Traffic Signal System (C045) Qty $

V Carnivals - # of Booths/Rides (C030) Qty $

HP Trade Shows - # of Booths (C059) Qty $

KVA Special Events (eg) outdoor concert, festival (C075) $

Qty $ Solar / Wind Energy System < 10 kW (C077) kW $

Specify Consultation (MI05) Hrs $

Transformer Pad Grounding (C052) Hrs $

Cheque Credit Card

Card # Expiry

Name

*See 2009 Electrical Inspection Fee Schedule Section for Details Form 1015LV-H (Rev Sept/09) The total cost may change pending a site visit.

LV Transformers/Motors >1HP/Generators (5.7)(C023)

Site Information

Miscellaneous Items (5.9, 5.10, 5.12, 5.13, 5.15 & 6.2)

Date ECRA/ESA Lic# Rough-InACP #


Date Ready

PO/Job #



-$

Payment Method

Outlets & Devices (5.4)

Site Contact

Service incl Cable TV/Bus Shelters(<=750 Volts) (5.1.2, 5.1.3, 5.14)

Temporary Type Services (5.1.5, 5.1.6,& 5.2)

Ready for:

Underground/Overhead Lines (5.6)Panelboards (Splitters/Disconnects)(<=750 Volts) (5.5)

Low Voltage Industrial/Commercial/Institutional/Agricultural Application for Inspection & Fee Estimate



Account#

R/I & ServiceFinal


Address Unit/Suite DisconnectWill Notify



Name

Civic/Blue # Street Sub Lot Other


Phone # Main Intersection

HV Service - Metal Enclosed (C001) Qty $ Open Air (C005) Qty Date $

HV Service - Open (C002) Qty $ TLO (C063) Qty Date $

Loadbreak Pole (C002) Qty $ Metalclad (C064) Qty Date $

Switchboard/Panel (C003) Qty $ Indoor (C065) Qty Date $

Add'l cubicles (C004) Qty $

Note: Equipment replacements and major repairs are additional. Please indicate

all replacement/major repair items:

V (C024)

HP

KVA $

Qty $

Describe:

Transformer Pad Grounding (C052) Hrs $

Like for Like Replacement Details:

Underground Trench - Primary Line (C050) M $

Underground Trench - Secondary Line (C049/C050) Qty $

Secondary inspected at the same time as other work (Y/N)

Primary/Secondary Lines - # of Poles (C044) Qty $

Consultation (MI05) Hrs $

Cheque Credit Card

Card # Expiry

Name

*See 2009 Electrical Inspection Fee Schedule Section for Details Form 1015HV-H (Rev Sept/09) The total cost may change pending a site visit.

High Voltage, Substation, Pole Line Application for Inspection and Fee Estimate Ready for:Rough-In

HV Transformers/Motors/Generators, etc (5.7)*

ACP Pole Line Maintenance (C069)

Site Contact

High Voltage (>750 Volts) (5.1.1)* Substation Maintenance

Date Ready

PO/Job #

ServiceACP #


Site Information

Date ECRA/ESA Lic#

Metering Description

Connection Date

Amperage

Voltage


Underground/Overhead Lines (5.6)*

Payment Method



-$

FORM 1354 (01/08)

A benefit of ACP membership is the ability for your company to advertise your website and services in 4 municipalities, aside from your business address, in the ACP portion of ESA’s website. ( www.esa-safe.com ) Please provide us with this information now and fax this completed form back to 1-800-249-7667. ESA account # - ACP # - Additional city1 - Additional city2 - Additional city3 - Additional city4 - Website address - Thank-you, ACP Admin Coordinator 1-800-249-4583

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