A formal process where incident findings are shared across crews and job sites to prevent repeat occurrences. Subcontractors are often required by operators to distribute LFIs to their workforce and document acknowledgement. Failure to action LFIs can affect your standing on approved vendor lists.
ComplianceGlossary Term
LFI (Learning From Incidents)
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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.
Environmental Permitting
ComplianceThe process of obtaining government approvals before starting work that may impact land, water, or air. Subcontractors must confirm permits are in place before mobilising — delays can halt work without pay. Missing or expired permits can expose your company to fines and contract termination.
STCKY (Stuff That Can Kill You)
ComplianceInformal field term for high-consequence hazards requiring mandatory controls before work begins. For subcontractors, STCKY items typically appear on permit-to-work forms and site safety plans. Failing to identify and mitigate STCKY hazards can void your contract and expose your company to liability.
PSC (Public Service Commission)
ComplianceA provincial regulatory body that oversees public utilities and energy services in its jurisdiction. Subcontractors working on regulated utility projects must ensure their work meets PSC standards and approvals. Non-compliance can delay project sign-off and affect payment milestones.
MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
ComplianceAn official document showing a driver's licence history, violations, and suspensions. Clients and prime contractors often require MVRs before allowing subcontractor personnel to operate vehicles on site. A clean MVR is frequently a condition of insurance coverage and site access approval.
Spoil Management
ComplianceThe handling, hauling, and disposal of excavated soil, rock, or debris generated during earthwork and pipeline projects. Subcontractors are often responsible for sourcing approved disposal sites and documenting waste volumes. Poor planning can lead to site delays and regulatory penalties.
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