Industrial Carbon Pricing

A government review process evaluating environmental and social effects of major projects under the Impact Assessment Act. Subcontractors may face delayed mobilisation or scope changes while projects await federal approval. Understanding timelines helps field crews plan resources and avoid costly standby situations.

A structured risk review that identifies hazards in a process or worksite before operations begin. Subcontractors are often required to participate or submit supporting documentation. Your crew's task-specific risks may be reviewed and built into site safety plans.

A government-issued authorisation required before drilling or servicing a well can begin. Subcontractors should confirm a valid permit is in place before mobilising crews or equipment. Work started without one can result in shutdowns, fines, or liability for the operator and service company.

Occurs when a subcontractor or field worker is incorrectly classified as an independent contractor instead of an employee. This exposes hiring companies to back-taxes, penalties, and liability for unpaid benefits. CRA audits in oil and gas and construction regularly target this issue.

A non-destructive inspection method using X-rays or gamma rays to detect internal flaws in welds and pipework. Subcontractors must ensure certified RT technicians and proper radiation safety protocols are in place. Clients often require RT sign-off before authorising pressure testing or commissioning work.

A contractual obligation where one party agrees to cover another's losses, claims, or legal costs. For subcontractors, indemnification clauses often require you to absorb liability even for an operator's own negligence. Always have legal counsel review these clauses before signing.

When a Jobsite Incident Happens: What Field Workers Need to Know Before Signing Anything

What to do after a jobsite injury or incident, what your rights are before signing incident reports, how workers' compensation works, and how to protect yourself on multi-employer worksites.

OSHA Citations on Multi-Employer Worksites: What Subcontractors Need to Know

Learn how OSHA's multi-employer citation policy works, why subcontractors get cited for hazards they didn't create, and how to protect your company on operator-controlled job sites.

How to Read and Negotiate an Oilfield Master Service Agreement (MSA): A Subcontractor's Guide

Learn which MSA clauses actually matter for oilfield subcontractors: indemnity, insurance, payment terms, and change orders. Know what you're signing.