The science of identifying and controlling workplace health hazards such as chemical exposure, noise, and dust. Subcontractors are often required to provide IH (Industrial Hygiene) assessments or comply with client IH programs on site. Non-compliance can result in work stoppages or contract termination.
Industrial Hygiene
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Smart Ppe
CompliancePersonal protective equipment embedded with sensors that monitor worker vitals, location, and environmental hazards in real time. Data is transmitted to site supervisors, enabling faster emergency response. Subcontractors may be required to supply or wear client-specified Smart PPE as part of site access agreements.
Energy Control Procedure
ComplianceA documented, step-by-step plan for isolating hazardous energy before subcontractors perform maintenance or service work. It outlines lockout/tagout steps specific to each piece of equipment on site. Subcontractors are typically required to follow or develop their own procedure that meets the site owner's standards.
Airside
ComplianceThe restricted, secured zone of an airport beyond passenger screening. Subcontractors working airside — such as fuelling crews or ground maintenance teams — must hold valid airside passes and follow strict security protocols. Access is tightly controlled and non-compliance can result in immediate removal from site.
Hazard Recognition
ComplianceThe ability to identify workplace dangers before work begins or conditions change. Subcontractors are often held responsible for recognising hazards on client-controlled worksites. Failure to document recognised hazards can create serious liability exposure.
Situational Awareness
ComplianceA worker's real-time understanding of hazards, personnel, and conditions on a job site. For subcontractors, it means knowing who is working nearby, what equipment is active, and how conditions are changing. Strong situational awareness reduces incidents and keeps crews aligned with the prime contractor's safety expectations.
TRIIPP (Temperature-related Injury and Illness Prevention Plan)
ComplianceA documented safety plan addressing heat stress and cold exposure risks for workers in outdoor or industrial environments. Subcontractors may be required to submit a TRIIPP before mobilising crews to remote or extreme-climate worksites. It typically outlines monitoring procedures, acclimatisation schedules, and emergency response protocols.
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