The process of controlling dangerous energy sources—electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical—before maintenance or repair work begins. Subcontractors must follow the site owner's lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures or risk losing site access. Non-compliance can void your contract and trigger serious liability.
Compliance Glossary Term
Hazardous Energy Isolation
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PSM (Process Safety Management)
ComplianceA regulatory framework governing hazardous process facilities like refineries and gas plants. Subcontractors working on-site must comply with the operator's PSM programme, including hazard reviews and safe work permits. Non-compliance can result in immediate removal from site.
Fall Arrest System
CompliancePersonal protective equipment that stops a worker mid-fall before hitting a lower level or surface. Typically includes a full-body harness, lanyard, and anchor point. Subcontractors must ensure equipment is inspected, certified, and meets provincial OH&S regulations before workers use it on site.
Fitness-For-Service
ComplianceAn engineering assessment that determines whether ageing or damaged equipment is safe to keep operating. Subcontractors may be required to provide FFS (Fitness-for-Service) documentation before mobilising older tools or pressure vessels. Clients use these assessments to manage liability and meet regulatory requirements on site.
Resource Road
ComplianceA privately maintained access road built to reach remote work sites in oil & gas or forestry operations. Subcontractors must follow strict user agreements covering speed limits, radio protocols, and load restrictions. Non-compliance can result in access suspension, halting your crew's ability to reach site.
Wage and Hour Division
ComplianceThe U.S. Department of Labour branch that enforces federal wage laws, including overtime and minimum wage rules. Subcontractors must ensure field crew pay practices meet WHD standards to avoid audits and penalties. Misclassifying workers as independent contractors is a common trigger for WHD investigations.
Api 510 (american Petroleum Institute Standard 510)
ComplianceAn inspection code governing the maintenance and repair of in-service pressure vessels. Subcontractors performing vessel work must often comply with API 510 requirements and use certified inspectors. Non-compliance can result in work stoppages or contract disqualification.
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