The Ontario Building Code | Electrical Systems
3.14.1.10. Electrical Systems
(1) The electrical system and equipment in a tent, including electrical fuses and switches, shall be inaccessible to the public.
(2) Cables on the ground in areas used by the public in a tent shall be placed in trenches or protected by covers to prevent damage from traffic.
3.14.2. Air-supported Structures
In Plain Language
The electrical system and equipment in a tent, including fuses and switches, must be inaccessible to the public, and cables lying on the ground in public areas must be trenched or covered to prevent traffic damage.
This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.