A risk-based inspection standard used on oil and gas facilities to prioritise equipment checks by failure likelihood and consequence. Subcontractors may need to align their inspection scopes and documentation to meet API 580 requirements on client sites.
Compliance Glossary Term
Api 580 (american Petroleum Institute Standard 580)
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Fit Testing
ComplianceA mandatory procedure verifying that a respirator forms a proper seal on a worker's face. Subcontractors must ensure all personnel complete fit testing before entering sites with respiratory hazards. Most prime contractors require valid fit test records as part of site access documentation.
Surety
ComplianceA third party, usually an insurance or bonding company, that guarantees a subcontractor will fulfil their contractual obligations. If the subcontractor defaults, the surety compensates the project owner. Many upstream and construction clients require surety bonds before awarding work.
CPWR (Centre for Construction Research and Training)
ComplianceA U.S.-based non-profit that develops safety research, training materials, and hazard guides used widely across North American job sites. Subcontractors often reference CPWR toolbox talks and fall protection resources to meet compliance requirements. Their free publications can support your crew orientations and site safety plans.
CMAA (Crane Manufacturers Association of America)
ComplianceIndustry body that sets design and performance standards for overhead cranes and hoists. Subcontractors must confirm equipment meets CMAA specifications before mobilising on regulated job sites. Non-compliant cranes can trigger site rejection or compliance holds.
Corrective Action Plan
ComplianceA formal document a subcontractor submits after a safety incident, audit failure, or contract non-compliance. It outlines specific steps, responsible parties, and deadlines to fix the identified problem. Clients or prime contractors often require approval before field work can resume.
Walking-Working Surfaces Standard
ComplianceA regulatory standard governing slip, trip, and fall hazards on job sites. Subcontractors must ensure floors, platforms, ladders, and elevated surfaces meet inspection and guarding requirements. Non-compliance can result in stop-work orders or liability exposure on client sites.
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