SUDBURY – March 3rd, 2025 – NORCAT, the trusted provider of world-class training and certification solutions for the global mining industry, has partnered with ContractorXchange, a leading contractor prequalification and management platform powered by AuditSoft, to deliver a fully integrated compliance solution. This partnership ensures that mining companies can effectively manage contractor risk, enhance workplace safety, and meet evolving regulatory requirements in the wake of the recent R. v. Greater Sudbury (City) case.
The Ontario Superior Court ruling reinforced that project owners—including mining operators—are legally responsible for the health and safety of all workers on their sites, even when work is contracted out. This precedent highlights the urgent need for mining companies to implement robust due diligence practices, including contractor prequalification, ongoing compliance monitoring, and workforce safety training.
"Our mining clients know and trust NORCAT as the leader in training and certification," said Jason Bubba, Chief Operating Officer at NORCAT. "Through this partnership with ContractorXchange, we are expanding our offering to provide a complete compliance solution that goes beyond individual worker training. Mining companies now have an end-to-end framework for ensuring that both their contractors and workforce meet the highest standards of safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance."
By integrating NORCAT’s expertise in workforce training with ContractorXchange’s comprehensive contractor prequalification platform, the partnership delivers a seamless solution that enables mining operators to demonstrate due diligence while improving operational efficiency.
Key Benefits for the Mining Industry:
- Workforce Compliance at the Mine Site: NORCAT’s industry-leading training and certification programs ensure that every worker on-site has the necessary qualifications, OHS training, and competency verification. Advanced Site Access Control solutions ensure that only trained and authorized personnel enter job sites, reducing risk exposure.
- Contractor Prequalification & Risk Management: ContractorXchange simplifies the evaluation and verification of contractors by collecting critical data, including OHS management system compliance, financial stability, safety performance history, and contractor sustainability. This enables mining companies to confidently select and manage their contractors while maintaining compliance with Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
- Streamlined Regulatory Compliance: With increasing scrutiny from regulators and heightened expectations around due diligence, the partnership provides mining companies with a proactive approach to managing compliance. The combined solution enables project owners to meet their legal obligations while enhancing workplace safety and accountability across their operations.
"In the mining sector, safety and compliance are non-negotiable," said Ben Snyman, CEO of AuditSoft. "Our partnership with NORCAT ensures that mining companies have a structured and efficient approach to managing contractor compliance from the individual worker level to corporate oversight. This collaboration helps project owners navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence, reducing liability and ensuring a safer, more productive work environment."
For mining operators attending PDAC, this partnership presents an opportunity to strengthen their contractor management approach while ensuring alignment with industry regulations. By integrating world-class training with data-driven contractor compliance solutions, NORCAT and ContractorXchange provide a streamlined, cost-effective way to mitigate risk and enhance workforce safety.
About NORCAT
NORCAT is a global leader in skilled labor training, health and safety education, and innovation services for the mining industry. Through its world-class underground mine training centre and industry-leading technology-enabled learning programs, NORCAT provides mining companies and contractors with the skills, knowledge, and tools to work safely and efficiently. Learn more at www.norcat.org.
About ContractorXchange
ContractorXchange helps mitigate contractor risk, ensure due diligence, and streamline contractor selection. The platform simplifies contractor prequalification by verifying compliance within your existing contractor base while giving you access to a wider network of prequalified contractors. This enhances procurement efficiency, strengthens contractor management, and improves supply chain oversight—saving time and money. ContractorXchange is powered by AuditSoft, the industry leader in digital audit and compliance solutions. Learn more at auditsoft.co/contractorxchange.
Media Contacts:
NORCAT
Cynthia Furlotte
Communications Lead
cfurlotte@norcat.org
ContractorXchange (powered by AuditSoft)
Robyn Jones
robyn.jones@auditsoft.co