SAFETY | Southern Cross Construction

Safe. Reliable. Built for Alberta’s Oilfield Industry.

Southern Cross Construction Ltd provides professional oilfield maintenance and construction services across Alberta. We are committed to delivering safe, efficient, and dependable project execution in high-hazard, high-performance environments.

We have a structured, accountable health and safety management system that meets Alberta industry standards and client expectations.

Our Commitment to Safety

Safety is the foundation of everything we do. All operations are conducted in compliance with:

Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, Regulation & Code
WCB requirements
Industry best practices for upstream oil & gas
Client-specific safety programs and prime contractor standards

We believe every incident is preventable, and every worker has the right and responsibility to work safely.

Structured Safety Management

Hazard Identification & Risk Control

Formal project hazard assessments
Task-specific Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs)
Daily Field-Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA)
Pre-job planning and safety meetings
Documented corrective action tracking

We apply the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or reduce risk wherever reasonably practicable.

Training & Workforce Competency

All workers are trained and competency-verified prior to performing work in the field. Required certifications may include:
• H2S Alive
• Standard First Aid & CPR
• CSTS / CSO
• Ground Disturbance Level II
• Fall Protection
• WHMIS
• Equipment-specific operator training

Strong supervision ensures procedures are followed and regulatory requirements are met on every job site.

Oilfield-Specific Risk Management

Hydrogen sulphide (H₂S) exposure
High-pressure systems
Ground disturbance and buried infrastructure
Heavy equipment interaction
Remote work environments
Environmental sensitivity and spill prevention

Our teams are trained to manage these risks through planning, communication, and disciplined execution.

Environmental Responsibility

Environmental stewardship is integrated into every project. Our environmental controls include:

Spill prevention and emergency response procedures
Secondary containment practices
Soil disturbance management
Waste segregation and disposal compliance
Wildlife and vegetation protection measures
Compliance with AER directives and environmental legislation

We work to minimize environmental impact while maintaining safe and efficient operations.

Why Choose Southern Cross Construction Ltd

Our structured safety program protects your people, your assets, and your reputation.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Reviewing and improving procedures
Encouraging worker participation
Tracking and correcting deficiencies
Promoting open safety communication
Empowering workers with Stop Work Authority

Partner With Confidence

A safety-focused Alberta contractor
A company committed to SECOR certification
Experienced oilfield construction professionals
Reliable and accountable project execution
A partner dedicated to continuous improvement