We thought it would serve as a necessary introduction to outline the most commonly asked questions and answers we have addressed with respect to CRN’s. We hope you find this helpful and encourage you to get in touch with us if you have any further questions.
1. Why Do I Need a CRN Registration?
Receiving a CRN is required before fabricating a pressure vessel, boiler, pressure piping, or fitting. During a site inspection or audit if equipment is found without proper registration, and cannot be registered as built, then it has to be replaced. The efforts of registering before might be laborious but are necessary and can save you time and money in the long run.
2. What Requires a CRN Registration?
The code tends to vary slightly for Canada and the US, but Canada is a bit more restrictive when it comes to pressure vessels. Also, in Canada there is some slight variations by province. But overall, pressure vessels, fittings and piping systems need to be built and comply with the appropriate quality control programs.
3. Who Issues the Registration?
In Canada, each province has its own registration and will issue a CRN number to be put on the vessel nameplate. To register across all of Canada, you must obtain a registration by all 7 of the below jurisdictions:
• British Columbia [BCSA]
• Alberta [ABSA]
• Saskatchewan [TSASK]
• Manitoba [Inspection & Safety Authority of Manitoba]
• Ontario [TSSA]
• Quebec [RBQ]
• Maritimes, NW Territories, Newfoundland, etc. [ACIC]
4. What Is the Process for Applying for a CRN?
In order to obtain the requirements and forms required for each jurisdiction, it is best to contact them directly. Obtaining a registration in more than one province/jurisdiction is a bit more complicated. We find it’s best to start with one province/jurisdiction and then once registration is obtained, submit to other jurisdictions along with any additional requirements or paperwork.
5. When Should I Apply for a CRN?
A CRN should be applied right away and even before fabrication begins. The time it can take to receive a CRN is dependent on the complexity of the design, the jurisdiction or province it is to be registered in, and the quality of the documentation submitted. Considering all these factors you could receive your CRN as early as in 1 month or as late as 3-5 months.
A lot of companies that are experts in the pressure vessel field are starting to find it increasingly difficult to navigate Canada’s complex registration system. Taking this on alone can be frustrating and time consuming, but we are here to help you with complete support from our professionals. We are just a phone call away and would be happy to help you.
