Formal renewal of a previously approved work permit, purchase order, or scope of work that has expired or exceeded its original limits. Subcontractors must secure reauthorization before continuing work to avoid unpaid labour exposure. Delays in reauthorization can stall field crews and disrupt project schedules.
ComplianceGlossary Term
Reauthorization
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Api 580 (american Petroleum Institute Standard 580)
ComplianceA risk-based inspection standard used on oil and gas facilities to prioritise equipment checks by failure likelihood and consequence. Subcontractors may need to align their inspection scopes and documentation to meet API 580 requirements on client sites.
Double-Circuit
ComplianceA power line structure carrying two separate electrical circuits on a single tower or pole. Subcontractors working near these lines face doubled hazard exposure and stricter safe work distances. Always confirm circuit count with the utility owner before planning work near overhead lines.
811 Ticket
ComplianceA government-issued dig permit confirming underground utilities have been located and marked before excavation begins. Subcontractors must obtain one before any ground-disturbance work. Operating without one exposes your crew to liability, fines, and project shutdowns.
Surface Access Rights
ComplianceLegal authorisation allowing crews and equipment to enter privately or publicly owned land to perform field work. Subcontractors must confirm these rights are secured before mobilising to site. Working without confirmed access can halt operations and expose your company to liability.
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.
JHA (Job Hazard Analysis)
ComplianceA written document identifying hazards and controls for a specific task before work begins. Subcontractors are typically required to complete and submit JHAs to the prime contractor or site owner. Failure to have a compliant JHA on site can result in work stoppages or disqualification from bidding.
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