An accidental hit to a buried line — gas, electric, telecom, or water — during excavation or drilling. Subcontractors are typically liable for damages, work stoppages, and injuries if proper locates weren't completed. Always confirm valid BC One Call or Alberta One-Call tickets before breaking ground.
Underground Utility Strike
Related Terms
Sleep Debt
ComplianceThe cumulative sleep loss built up over successive long shifts or rotations. Workers carrying sleep debt show impaired judgement and slower reaction times. It is a recognised fatigue risk factor under worksite safety regulations.
Airside
ComplianceThe restricted, secured zone of an airport beyond passenger screening. Subcontractors working airside — such as fuelling crews or ground maintenance teams — must hold valid airside passes and follow strict security protocols. Access is tightly controlled and non-compliance can result in immediate removal from site.
ACCSH (Advisory Committee On Construction Safety and Health)
ComplianceA U.S. federal advisory body that recommends construction safety standards to OSHA. Subcontractors working on U.S. projects must follow regulations shaped by ACCSH guidance. Monitoring its updates helps field crews stay ahead of evolving site safety requirements.
CPWR (Centre for Construction Research and Training)
ComplianceA U.S.-based non-profit that develops safety research, training materials, and hazard guides used widely across North American job sites. Subcontractors often reference CPWR toolbox talks and fall protection resources to meet compliance requirements. Their free publications can support your crew orientations and site safety plans.
High-Energy Hazard
ComplianceAny source of stored or released energy that can cause serious injury or death, such as pressurised systems, suspended loads, or live electrical equipment. Subcontractors must identify these hazards before starting work and follow site-specific isolation procedures. Failure to control high-energy hazards is a leading cause of fatalities in oil and gas and construction environments.
FEMI (Fixed Equipment Mechanical Integrity)
ComplianceA systematic programme ensuring stationary assets like pressure vessels, piping, and heat exchangers remain safe and fit for service. Subcontractors often deliver FEMI work through inspection, NDT, and repair scopes under an owner's integrity management plan. Expect strict documentation requirements and third-party sign-off before returning equipment to service.
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