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Compliance Glossary Term

Multi-Employer Citation Policy

A regulatory policy allowing safety authorities to issue violations to multiple employers on a shared worksite, not just the site owner. As a subcontractor, you can be cited for hazards you created, controlled, or exposed your workers to. Understanding this policy is critical when operating under a prime contractor on oil and gas or construction sites.

Related Terms

Corrective Action

Compliance

A documented response to a safety incident, audit finding, or client complaint that outlines steps taken to fix the root cause. Subcontractors are often required to submit corrective action reports to maintain contract standing. Failure to close them out on time can result in suspension from a client's approved vendor list.

Facility Permit

Compliance

A site-specific authorisation required before subcontractors can perform work at an owner-operated facility. It outlines approved work scopes, safety conditions, and access restrictions. Failing to secure one before mobilising can result in removal from site or contract penalties.

Asme Bpv (boiler and Pressure Vessel) Code

Compliance

A set of standards governing the design, fabrication, and inspection of pressure vessels and boilers. Subcontractors working on pressure equipment must ensure their work meets applicable ASME BPV sections or risk failing inspection. Non-compliance can result in project shutdowns, liability exposure, and lost contracts.

NSSGA (National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association)

Compliance

A U.S. trade association representing aggregate producers and suppliers. Subcontractors working aggregate sites must often meet NSSGA safety and operational standards. Their guidelines influence site rules, equipment specs, and contractor qualification requirements.

S&S (Significant and Substantial)

Compliance

A regulatory classification used by MSHA to flag violations that could reasonably cause serious injury or illness. S&S citations carry higher fines and greater scrutiny for subcontractors working on mine sites. Accumulating S&S violations can jeopardise a subcontractor's site access and future contract eligibility.

Leak Detection and Measurement

Compliance

The process of identifying and quantifying unintended releases of gas, liquid, or vapour from pipelines, valves, or equipment. Subcontractors are often hired to perform LDM (Leak Detection and Measurement) surveys using specialised tools and sensors. Accurate reporting is critical, as findings directly affect regulatory compliance and operator liability.

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