Passenger Ropeways
Licences
Overview
All contractors and companies that operate, install, perform maintenance, test and alter passenger ropeways must be licensed by Technical Safety BC.
A licensed contractor is responsible for ensuring compliance with:
- the Safety Standards Act;
- all relevant regulations, and;
- all applicable safety orders and directives.
Licence Types
Class PRA — restricted to designing, constructing, installing, altering, repairing, maintaining or testing of any classification of passenger ropeway
Class PRB — restricted to operating, installing, altering, repairing, maintaining or testing of any classification of passenger ropeway
Class PRC — restricted to operating, repairing, maintaining or testing of fixed-grip above surface passenger ropeways, and all classifications of surface passenger ropeways
Class PRD — restricted to operating, repairing, maintaining or testing all types of surface passenger ropeways.
How to Apply
Online applications are the fastest and easiest way to apply and are processed up to six days faster than paper applications.
If you have an Online Services account, you can log in to apply for your licence online. If you are not registered for Online Services, you can sign up for an account. Applying through Online Services will allow you to track the progress of your application.
You can also apply by calling us at 1 866 566 7233 or by visiting one of our offices.
What You Need to Apply
Business Name
When applying for your licence, please ensure the name is registered with BC Business Registry. Your registered business name and 9-digit Business Number will be required to begin your application.
Sole proprietors operating under their own legal name do not need to be registered.
Experience, Work Details, and Certifications
In your application, you will be asked to include relevant experience details, including previous passenger ropeway maintenance experience, for the people responsible for maintaining the passenger ropeways.
Additionally, you will be asked to provide details on the passenger ropeway or passenger conveyor equipment you will be working on, and the type of work required.
You will also be asked to provide any applicable trade certifications such as millwright or electrical trades and/or evidence of recognized training for passenger ropeway maintenance personnel such as the Lift 151-153 courses offered by Selkirk College.
In some cases, Technical Safety BC's provincial safety manager will ask for an interview to discuss your knowledge of the adopted Canadian code for passenger ropeways and passenger conveyors, CAN/CSA Z98-14. You are also expected to be familiar with the Act and Regulations.
Application Fee
Your non-refundable application fee will be due when you submit your licence application. If you are applying via Online Services, payment with a credit card is required. If you require alternative forms of payment, please contact us.
Renewing Your Licence
If you have an Online Services account, you can log in and select the licence you want to renew. If not, you can sign up for an account or call us at 1 866 566 7233.
Renewal Fee
Your non-refundable renewal fee will be due when you submit your licence renewal application.
When to Renew
Licences must be renewed annually. You can renew your licence up to six months before its expiration date. Renewed licences will become active once your current licence expires.
Changes to Your Licence
If your contact information changes, please notify us by calling 1 866 566 7233.
