Federal and provincial rules limiting methane emissions from oil and gas operations. Subcontractors must ensure equipment like compressors and pneumatic devices meets leak detection and repair standards. Non-compliance can result in work stoppages or contract termination.
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Methane Regulations
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Pm (preventive Maintenance) Compliance
ComplianceThe percentage of scheduled preventive maintenance tasks completed on time. High PM compliance protects subcontractors from liability and supports equipment uptime on client sites. Clients often audit PM records before renewing service contracts.
RBI (Risk-based Inspection)
ComplianceA method that prioritises equipment inspections based on failure risk and consequence severity. Subcontractors may be required to follow RBI schedules set by operators rather than fixed calendar intervals. Understanding RBI helps field crews anticipate inspection scopes and mobilisation timing.
Contractor Certification
ComplianceFormal verification that a subcontractor meets a client's safety, technical, or insurance standards before being awarded work. Most major operators require active certification through third-party registries such as ISNetworld or Avetta. Lapsed certification can result in immediate removal from approved vendor lists.
Hazard Assessment
ComplianceA formal process where subcontractors identify and evaluate site-specific risks before work begins. It documents potential dangers, required controls, and responsible parties. Most client operators require a completed hazard assessment before issuing a work permit.
Well Licensing
ComplianceA regulatory approval issued by provincial authorities before drilling or completing a well can begin. Subcontractors should confirm a valid licence is in place before mobilising, as work cannot legally proceed without it. Delays in licensing directly affect your crew scheduling and contract start dates.
Api 653
ComplianceAPI 653 (American Petroleum Institute Standard 653) governs the inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of above-ground storage tanks. Subcontractors performing tank work must comply with this standard or risk failed inspections and contract penalties. Many operators require certified API 653 inspectors on-site before authorising any tank maintenance scope.
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