Fortriss Safety Solutions

Close the Gap: Conformance Isn’t Enough – Integrating Compliance Protects Your People

Fortriss delivers practical, field-ready HSE systems that keep you compliant, protect workers, and strengthen culture.

Quick, private, and no spam—your first step toward safer operations.

Get your questions answered and connect directly with our team. A straightforward way to talk through your needs.

Fortriss Safety Solutions

Close the Gap: Conformance Isn’t Enough – Integrating Compliance Protects Your People

Fortriss delivers practical, field-ready HSE systems that keep you compliant, protect workers, and strengthen culture.

Quick, private, and no spam—your first step toward safer operations.

Get your questions answered and connect directly with our team. A straightforward way to talk through your needs.

The Safety Systems Checkup

This quick assessment gives you a clear starting point for strengthening your safety systems.
You’ll receive a short reference guide that:

  • Identifies common compliance gaps organizations face

  • Explains why they matter for people, contracts, and reputation

  • Outlines practical steps you can take immediately

Most safety programs look compliant but still hide costly gaps. Even a short 5-question check can reveal where you’re exposed. This quick assessment shows how compliance and conformance together start closing those gaps—without the wait for a full audit. No website needed.

Which certifications does your organization currently hold? *
Has your organization had a lost-time incident in the last 12 months? *
Is your safety program actively maintained and aligned with standards? *
Do supervisors receive regular safety leadership training? *
Do you pre-qualify and monitor contractors for safety compliance? *

The Safety Systems Checkup

This quick assessment gives you a clear starting point for strengthening your safety systems.
You’ll receive a short reference guide that:

  • Identifies common compliance gaps organizations face

  • Explains why they matter for people, contracts, and reputation

  • Outlines practical steps you can take immediately

Most safety programs look compliant but still hide costly gaps. Even a short 5-question check can reveal where you’re exposed. This quick assessment shows how compliance and conformance together start closing those gaps—without the wait for a full audit. No website needed.

Which certifications does your organization currently hold? *
Has your organization had a lost-time incident in the last 12 months? *
Is your safety program actively maintained and aligned with standards? *
Do supervisors receive regular safety leadership training? *
Do you pre-qualify and monitor contractors for safety compliance? *

Conformance Alone Won’t Protect You

Fortriss closes hidden safety gaps with practical, integrated systems that protect people and contracts when it matters most.

Conformance Alone Won’t Protect You

Fortriss closes hidden safety gaps with practical, integrated systems that protect people and contracts when it matters most.

The Safety Gap

Many employers believe conformance is all that’s required.

In reality, conformance alone doesn’t close the hidden gaps that put them at risk every day:

  • Outdated or incomplete safety programs that collapse under real-world pressure
  • Contractor oversight that fails when projects intensify
  • Fines, downtime, and liability that grow despite passing basic checks

Compliance and conformance must work together.

Without integration, these weaknesses threaten people, contracts, and reputation.

The Fortriss Solution

Paperwork alone doesn’t keep workers safe or contracts secure.

Employers need complete systems that hold up under real-world conditions – not just policies that sit on a shelf.

  • Programs designed for daily operations, not just policy manuals
  • Integrated audits, training, and risk management that reinforce each other
  • Practical steps aligned with COR, ISO, CSA, and NFPA standards

Fortriss closes the gap by combining compliance and conformance into one playbook — clear, connected, and built for real-world results.

The Outcomes

Compliance may check the box, but it rarely delivers lasting results.

These improvements show up in the field, in contracts, and in the confidence of their teams:

  • Fewer audit findings, reduced fines, and lower regulatory exposure
  • Safer crews, stronger contracts, and less downtime across projects
  • Greater trust, resilience, and reputation that build long-term stability

These are practical results you can see in both people and performance – outcomes that prove safety is more than paperwork.

When safety systems move beyond compliance, employers unlock measurable improvements that strengthen both operations and culture.

The Safety Gap

Many employers believe conformance is all that’s required.

In reality, conformance alone doesn’t close the hidden gaps that put them at risk every day:

  • Outdated or incomplete safety programs that collapse under real-world pressure
  • Contractor oversight that fails when projects intensify
  • Fines, downtime, and liability that grow despite passing basic checks

Compliance and conformance must work together.

Without integration, these weaknesses threaten people, contracts, and reputation.

The Fortriss Solution

Paperwork alone doesn’t keep workers safe or contracts secure.

Employers need complete systems that hold up under real-world conditions – not just policies that sit on a shelf.

  • Programs designed for daily operations, not just policy manuals
  • Integrated audits, training, and risk management that reinforce each other
  • Practical steps aligned with COR, ISO, CSA, and NFPA standards

Fortriss closes the gap by combining compliance and conformance into one playbook — clear, connected, and built for real-world results.

The Outcomes

Compliance may check the box, but it rarely delivers lasting results.

These improvements show up in the field, in contracts, and in the confidence of their teams:

  • Fewer audit findings, reduced fines, and lower regulatory exposure
  • Safer crews, stronger contracts, and less downtime across projects
  • Greater trust, resilience, and reputation that build long-term stability

These are practical results you can see in both people and performance – outcomes that prove safety is more than paperwork.

When safety systems move beyond compliance, employers unlock measurable improvements that strengthen both operations and culture.

Compliance + Conformance, Working Together

Assess on paper and on site, align into one playbook, assure with ongoing verification.

Conformance alone doesn’t hold up in the field.

Step 1 — Assess

Combined compliance + conformance audit across your safety system.

We compare what’s on paper with how work is done on site.

Deliverables in 14 days.

  • Field verification of real practice vs procedures

  • Gap map across 12 service areas

  • Top risks, quick wins, legal requirements vs practice

  • Executive summary and priority roadmap

Conformance alone doesn’t hold up in the field.

Step 1 — Assess

Combined compliance + conformance audit across your safety system.

We compare what’s on paper with how work is done on site.

Deliverables in 14 days.

  • Field verification of real practice vs procedures

  • Gap map across 12 service areas

  • Top risks, quick wins, legal requirements vs practice

  • Executive summary and priority roadmap

Paper fixes don’t change behavior.

Step 2 — Align

Translate findings into actions embedded in daily work.

We turn requirements into controls, training, and checks teams actually use.

Action plans delivered in 7 days.

  • Updated procedures and forms aligned with COR, ISO 45001, CSA, NFPA

  • Integrated audits, training, contractor control, and emergency drills

  • 90-day plan with owners, deadlines, and quick wins

Ready-to-use checklists, toolbox talks, and job aids for supervisors.

What isn’t measured won’t last.

Step 3 — Assure

Monitor, verify, and coach so improvements hold under pressure.

We prove compliance in practice and track outcomes across sites.

Ongoing cadence with monthly and quarterly reviews.

  • Mock COR/ISO 45001 reviews and unannounced site checks

  • Scorecards: findings closure, training completion, contractor conformance, incident trends

  • Management dashboards and documented evidence for audits and clients

  • Refreshers, drills, and supervisor coaching where gaps reappear

Evidence pack delivered for external audits and prequalification—measured outcomes, not paperwork.

Two supervisors review a live safety scorecard on a tablet during an unannounced site check, confirming improvements hold in practice that were reccommended from Fortirss.

Fortriss Service Solutions

fORTRISS – ASSESS

Audit paper and practice. Map gaps. Prioritize fast wins.

  • C2C Assessment & Gap Map

  • COR/ISO readiness

  • Regulatory audits

  • Site inspections & field verification

  • Contractor PQ review

  • Emergency readiness

  • Occupational hygiene screening

  • Water checks

  • Environmental checks

  • C2C Assessment & Gap Map

  • COR/ISO readiness

  • Regulatory audits

  • Site inspections & field verification

  • Contractor PQ review

  • Emergency readiness

  • Occupational hygiene screening

  • Water checks

  • Environmental checks

fORTRISS – align

Turn findings into daily controls, training, and procedures.

  • Policies/SOPs build-out

  • Risk register

  • Permit-to-Work & LOTOT (lock out/tag out/try programs)

  • Contractor management & onboarding

  • Training & competency matrix

  • Toolbox-talk kits

  • Emergency response plans & drills

  • WHMIS/GHS & SDS control

  • Confined space & rescue planning

  • Policies/SOPs build-out

  • Risk register

  • Permit-to-Work & LOTOT (lock out/tag out/try programs)

  • Contractor management & onboarding

  • Training & competency matrix

  • Toolbox-talk kits

  • Emergency response plans & drills

  • WHMIS/GHS & SDS control

  • Confined space & rescue planning

fORTRISS – assure

Verify, coach, and measure so improvements last.

  • Mock COR/ISO reviews

  • Unannounced site checks

  • Supervisor coaching

  • KPI scorecards & dashboards

  • Corrective-action tracking

  • Drill program & AARs

  • Audit/client evidence packs

  • Annual management review

  • Mock COR/ISO reviews

  • Unannounced site checks

  • Supervisor coaching

  • KPI scorecards & dashboards

  • Corrective-action tracking

  • Drill program & AARs

  • Audit/client evidence packs

  • Annual management review

Fortriss Safety Solutions C2C Matrix

Service Assess Align Assure
C2C Assessment & Gap Map ✓ – –
Standards Readiness (COR/ISO 45001) ✓ ● ✓
Regulatory Compliance Audits (OHS/Env) ✓ – ●
Site Inspections & Field Verification ✓ – ✓
Contractor Safety & Prequalification ✓ ✓ ✓
Emergency & Fire Preparedness ● ✓ ✓
Procedures & SOPs Development – ✓ –
Permit-to-Work & LOTO Programs – ✓ –
Training & Competency Programs – ✓ ✓
WHMIS/GHS & SDS Control – ✓ –
Confined Space & Rescue Planning – ✓ ●
Incident Investigation & Corrective Action – ● ✓
Mock COR/ISO Reviews & Site Checks – – ✓
KPI Scorecards & Dashboards – – ✓
Annual Management Review & CI Cadence – – ✓
Audit/Client Evidence Pack – – ✓

✓ = primary delivery   •   ● = shared/supporting   •   – = not primary in this phase

FAQ and Contact

What’s the real difference between compliance and conformance—and why does it matter on site?

  • Compliance = meet laws and standards on paper.
  • Conformance = people follow the system in real work, under time and pressure. You need both. Compliance without conformance leaves real risk.

Why it matters on site:
Policies can pass an audit while crews skip steps at 6 a.m. The gap causes incidents, fines, failed tenders, and rework.

How Fortriss closes the gap:

  • Assess: compare procedures with field practice. Find gaps and quick wins.
  • Align: turn findings into controls, training, and job aids teams actually use.
  • Assure: verify with site checks, mock COR/ISO reviews, and scorecards.

Result: fewer findings, safer crews, stronger contracts. Compliance plus conformance equals performance.

What exactly do I get from the initial assessment, and how fast?

Timeline: 14 days.

  • Gap map across 12 areas (compliance vs conformance)
  • Field-verification notes and top risks
  • Quick wins and legal/practical mismatches
  • Executive summary + 90-day action plan

If we already have COR/SECOR or ISO 45001, what gaps do you typically still find?

Even with COR/SECOR or ISO 45001, common gaps include:

  • Policies that pass audits but don’t match field practice
  • Outdated SOPs, risk registers, and permit-to-work/LOTOT steps
  • Training done but competency unverified; weak refresher cadence
  • Contractor prequalification/oversight inconsistent across sites
  • Emergency plans not drilled; after-action items left open
  • Incident investigations shallow; corrective actions not closed
  • Document control/versioning gaps; missing evidence trails
  • Inspection findings recur; KPIs not tied to ownership

How do you turn findings into daily behavior (not more binders)?

We convert findings into controls used at the point of work—not binders.

  • Simplified SOPs → one-page job aids and checklists
  • Permit-to-Work/LOTOT steps built into forms and apps
  • Training with competency verification + ready toolbox-talk kits
  • Supervisor coaching and field demos to reinforce behavior
  • Owners and due dates in a 90-day action plan
  • Use tracked via inspections and scorecards; dead documents removed

What standards do you align to (COR, ISO 45001, CSA, NFPA), and how deep do you go?

Standards we align to:

  • COR/SECOR (Alberta PIR requirements)
  • ISO 45001 (OHS management systems)
  • CSA standards as applicable (e.g., Z1000 OHS, Z460 Lockout/Tagout, Z731 Emergency Management, Z94 PPE)
  • NFPA as applicable (e.g., 70E Electrical Safety, 10 Portable Extinguishers, 101 Life Safety)

How deep we go:

  • Clause-by-clause crosswalk mapping your system to the standard
  • Evidence lists, document control updates, and records trails
  • Mock audits and site checks with corrective-action tracking
  • Training and competency tied to specific clause requirements
  • Scorecards and management review packs for surveillance audits

How do you measure outcomes—what scorecards or proof do we see?

We track leading and lagging indicators and show proof—not just numbers.

  • Corrective-action closure % and time-to-close; audit findings trend
  • Training completion % and competency pass rates
  • Contractor conformance score and prequalification status
  • Inspection pass rate and recurrence of findings
  • Incident frequency (TRIF/LTIF) and near-miss reporting rate
  • Drill performance (time-to-muster, objectives met)
  • Permit/LOTOT compliance rate

Evidence you see:

  • Signed checklists, JSAs, and attendance sheets
  • Timestamped field photos and site notes
  • Training records and certificates
  • Permit and LOTOT logs; inspection/calibration records
  • Incident/RCA reports with documented closures
  • Monthly dashboards and management-review minutes (PDF)

How do you handle contractor safety and prequalification without slowing projects?

Our approach:

  • Risk-based prequalification (high/med/low) with clear criteria and evidence lists
  • Standardized onboarding pack: policies, JSAs, permits/LOTOT, emergency contacts, site rules
  • Fast checks of insurance, COR/SECOR or equivalent, training and competency records
  • Field verification: spot checks, toolbox-talk sign-ins, permit logs, and supervision notes

Speed safeguards (no project slowdowns):

  • Pre-approved vendor list with rolling renewals and expiry alerts
  • 48-hour SLA for new vendors; provisional access for low-risk work with controls
  • Digital forms and QR access to site rules, JSAs, and emergency plans
  • Performance scorecards shared with supervisors and contractors monthly

What do you need from us to start, and who on our team should be involved?

Kickoff roles:

  • Executive sponsor/decision-maker
  • HSE lead (or safety coordinator) and an operations lead
  • Site supervisor/foreman representative
  • HR/training coordinator (for records and competency)
  • Procurement/contractor management contact
  • IT/Document control (SharePoint, portals, access)

What we need to start (documents/data):

  • Safety manual, key SOPs, risk register, permit/LOTOT procedures/forms
  • Training matrix and recent training/competency records
  • Incident/near-miss logs, investigations, and corrective actions (12–24 months)
  • Last COR/SECOR, ISO, regulatory, or client audits and findings
  • Emergency response plans, drills, and after-action reviews
  • Contractor list with prequalification status and insurance/certificates
  • Site list, shift patterns, and key contacts; current KPIs/dashboards
  • Current certifications (COR/SECOR, ISO) and expiry dates

Process & timing:

  • 60–90 minute kickoff call to confirm scope and access
  • Secure document drop within 48 hours (SharePoint or link)
  • Schedule site verification within 1–2 weeks; weekly check-ins

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Ready to close the safety gap?

Book a focused 20-minute call. We’ll scope your sites and standards, surface quick wins, and confirm next steps.

  • 2–3 immediate opportunities to improve
  • Timeline, deliverables, and fit for a C2C Assessment
  • No sales pitch—practical guidance you can use

Kellie Rose Ryder

Fortriss Safety Solutions Inc.

PO Box 3722, Spruce Grove Main, AB T7X 3A9

kellie.ryder@fortriss.ca

CASL-compliant. No spam. Your details stay private.

Consultant and site manager review a safety action plan at a truck tailgate during golden hour, inviting a conversation to move forward.

 

Ready to close the safety gap?

Book a focused 20-minute call. We’ll scope your sites and standards, surface quick wins, and confirm next steps.

  • 2–3 immediate opportunities to improve
  • Timeline, deliverables, and fit for a C2C Assessment
  • No sales pitch—practical guidance you can use

Kellie Rose Ryder

Fortriss Safety Solutions Inc.

PO Box 3722, Spruce Grove Main, AB   T7X 3A9

kellie.ryder@fortriss.ca

CASL-compliant. No spam. Your details stay private.

Consultant and site manager review a safety action plan at a truck tailgate during golden hour, inviting a conversation to move forward.