Professional Involvement - Safety Codes Council

Safety is a shared responsibility in Alberta, and it depends on the right professionals being involved at the right time.

The professional involvement process defines who’s responsible for what—and why it matters. This page brings together videos, guides, and training to help owners, constructors, authority having jurisdictions, safety codes officers, and registered professionals understand their part in keeping Alberta’s building projects safe and compliant.

The Safety Codes Council has developed these resources to strengthen understanding across Alberta’s safety system, reduce confusion about responsibilities, and support better outcomes on building projects.

Introduction to Professional Involvement

Video

When is professional involvement required? Who’s responsible for what? How does expert collaboration keep Alberta building projects safe and code-compliant?

If you’re new to the safety system or if you need a quick tune-up, this video breaks down the essentials to professional involvement.

Roles and Responsibilities in Professional Involvement and Building Projects

PDF Reference Guide

This guide explains when professional involvement is usually required and outlines the responsibilities of key stakeholders throughout the construction process. Aligned with the National Building Code 2023 – Alberta Edition and the Safety Codes Act.

Professional Involvement Foundations for Safety Codes Officers

Online course

A free course from the Safety Codes Council that walks you through professional involvement step-by-step, from understanding when it’s required to how to navigate your role in the process. Modules 1 to 3 available now.

Additional Resources

→ National Building Code - 2023 Alberta Edition

→ AAA & APEGA NBC(AE) – Schedules User Guide

→ APEGA Practice Standards, Bulletins, and Guidelines

→ AAA Practice Resource Directory

Thoughts, questions, or concerns about these resources? Contact the Education team at education@safetycodes.ab.ca.