Newfoundland & Labrador Provincial Updates

Newfoundland and Labrador – Adoption of CSA B52:2023

Status: Adopted

Building Code

The province has adopted the 2020 National Building Code, which makes reference to “applicable provincial or territorial regulations.” This reference is understood to mean Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial pressure equipment regulations.

Article 9.33.5.2. – Installation Standards
1) Except as provided in Articles 9.33.5.3. and 9.33.5.4., the installation of heating and air-conditioning equipment, including mechanical refrigeration equipment (and provisions for mounting, clearances, and air supply), shall conform to applicable provincial or territorial regulations.

Pressure Equipment

Section 34(2) of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Public Safety Act provides for the adoption of the latest edition of CSA B52 (2023) upon publication.

Public Safety Act, Section 34