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ComplianceGlossary Term

Stormwater Drainage

Systems that redirect rainwater and runoff away from worksites to prevent flooding and erosion. Subcontractors are often responsible for installing and maintaining these systems to meet environmental permit conditions. Failing to manage stormwater properly can result in stop-work orders and project fines.

Related Terms

Permit Filings

Compliance

Official documentation submitted to regulatory bodies before starting work on a site. Subcontractors may be responsible for obtaining specific trade or activity permits. Delays in filings can halt work and affect project timelines and invoicing.

Lagging Indicators

Compliance

Metrics that measure past performance, such as recordable injuries, lost-time incidents, or missed deadlines. Subcontractors use them to identify trends after the fact. They appear frequently in client scorecards and prequalification reviews.

National Emphasis Program (nep)

Compliance

A targeted OSHA enforcement initiative that focuses inspections on high-hazard industries or specific workplace dangers. Subcontractors in oil and gas or construction are frequently subject to NEP audits. Being on an active NEP site means heightened scrutiny of your crew's documentation, PPE, and safety procedures.

Fall Prevention Campaign

Compliance

A structured site safety initiative targeting fall hazards across elevated work areas, scaffolding, and ladders. Subcontractors are typically required to participate and document compliance as a condition of their contract. It often involves toolbox talks, harness inspections, and audits by the prime contractor.

HSET (Health, Safety, Environment, and Training)

Compliance

A framework governing how subcontractors manage on-site safety, environmental responsibilities, and worker training requirements. Prime contractors often audit HSET programmes before awarding field service agreements. Gaps in HSET compliance can disqualify a subcontractor from bidding or trigger work stoppages.

EMR (Experience Modification Rate)

Compliance

A numerical score calculated by insurers that compares your company's workplace injury claims to industry averages. A score below 1.0 indicates a safer-than-average record; above 1.0 signals higher risk. Many prime contractors and operators require subcontractors to maintain a low EMR to qualify for bid lists.

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