NORA (National Occupational Research Agenda)

A safety classification used by operators to track incidents resulting in death or life-altering harm. Subcontractors are often scored on SIF exposure and near-miss rates during prequalification. A high SIF risk profile can disqualify your company from site access or contract awards.

A legal process where project proponents engage with Indigenous communities before work begins on or near their traditional lands. Subcontractors may need to pause or delay fieldwork if consultation requirements have not been met. Failing to respect this process can result in project shutdowns or permit rejections.

A court process used to enforce compliance with a court order, such as a payment judgment or injunction. Subcontractors can initiate contempt proceedings against clients who ignore court-ordered payments. Penalties may include fines or other sanctions against the non-complying party.

The process of ensuring your company does not do business with individuals, entities, or countries under government-imposed trade restrictions. Subcontractors must screen clients, vendors, and partners against sanctions lists before signing contracts. Non-compliance can result in heavy fines, contract termination, or criminal liability.

An official work request issued before any ground disturbance, requiring underground utilities to be marked out. Subcontractors must have an active locate ticket on site before excavation begins. Working without one can result in fines, liability, or contract termination.

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.

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