before making any purchase. These markings indicate that electrical products have been tested and meet the requirements defined by the Ontario Electrical Safety Code.

Ontario standards have been set to establish levels of performance for electrical products that will keep Ontarians safe from electric shock and fire hazards.

Partners Defining Safety Requirements:

ESA – develops the Ontario Electrical Safety Code which defines the requirements for certifying electrical products, and also identifies certification agencies whose markings will be recognized in Ontario.

CSA International – develops standards for product certification and field evaluation, and provides certification services.