A safety procedure requiring energy sources on equipment to be physically isolated and locked before maintenance work begins. Subcontractors must follow site-specific lockout procedures or risk removal from the worksite. Verify your crew holds valid lockout/tagout certification before mobilising.
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Lockout
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RIGI (Régimen De Incentivo Para Grandes Inversiones)
ComplianceArgentina's large-investment incentive regime offering tax, customs, and currency stability benefits to qualifying mega-projects over USD $200 million. Subcontractors working under RIGI-registered operators may benefit from faster payment cycles and reduced import duties on equipment. Understanding RIGI status helps field service companies anticipate project timelines and negotiate contract terms.
Osha (occupational Safety and Health Administration) Recordable Incident
ComplianceA work-related injury or illness that meets specific criteria requiring formal logging under OSHA regulations, including cases involving days away from work, restricted duties, medical treatment beyond first aid, or loss of consciousness — a metric that directly affects a subcontractor's safety record and can impact their eligibility for future contracts with operators and prime contractors.
Customs Broker
ComplianceA licensed intermediary who handles import and export paperwork for equipment and materials crossing international borders. Subcontractors moving tools or machinery into Canada or the U.S. often hire one to avoid costly delays. They ensure duties, tariffs, and compliance documents are filed correctly.
Safety Stand-Down
ComplianceA mandatory work stoppage called by a prime contractor or owner to address an immediate safety concern or incident. All field personnel halt operations and gather for a safety review before work resumes. Subcontractors must comply immediately, regardless of schedule or milestone pressures.
AER (Alberta Energy Regulator)
ComplianceAlberta's provincial body that regulates oil, gas, and coal development. Subcontractors must meet AER compliance requirements to work on regulated sites. Non-compliance can result in work stoppages or contract disqualification.
Pinch Point
ComplianceA location where a worker's body part can be caught between moving and stationary objects. Common on heavy equipment, rigging, and rotating machinery at oil and gas and construction sites. Subcontractors must identify and guard pinch points during site hazard assessments.
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