A workplace danger where a worker's body or clothing becomes trapped, pinched, or pulled into moving machinery, equipment, or materials — common on oilfield and construction sites where subcontractor crews work near rotating equipment, conveyor systems, or heavy moving loads. Subcontractors are responsible for identifying and controlling these hazards through proper guarding, lockout/tagout procedures, and site-specific hazard assessments before work begins.
Compliance Glossary Term
Caught-In Hazard
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NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
ComplianceA U.S. federal agency that regulates civilian nuclear facilities and materials. Subcontractors working near nuclear sites must meet strict NRC access and safety requirements. Non-compliance can result in immediate removal from site.
FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation)
ComplianceThe FAR governs purchasing rules for U.S. federal contracts, including subcontractor requirements on government-funded projects. If your prime contractor holds a federal contract, FAR clauses flow down and bind your work. These rules cover pricing, record-keeping, audits, and labour standards you must follow.
Hot Work Permit
ComplianceA formal written authorisation required before performing any work that produces heat, sparks, or open flame on a job site. Subcontractors must obtain this permit before welding, cutting, or grinding near flammable materials. Site supervisors issue and sign off on these permits, and work must stop if conditions change.
Indigenous Consultation
ComplianceA legal process where project proponents engage with Indigenous communities before work begins on or near their traditional lands. Subcontractors may need to pause or delay fieldwork if consultation requirements have not been met. Failing to respect this process can result in project shutdowns or permit rejections.
Methane Regulations
ComplianceFederal and provincial rules limiting methane emissions from oil and gas operations. Subcontractors must ensure equipment like compressors and pneumatic devices meets leak detection and repair standards. Non-compliance can result in work stoppages or contract termination.
Environmental Impact Statement (eis)
ComplianceA formal document assessing a project's environmental effects before work begins. Subcontractors must align their operations with EIS commitments or risk work stoppages. Scope changes that violate EIS conditions can trigger costly regulatory reviews.
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