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Workplace safety is a cornerstone of operations at the County of Grande Prairie. No matter the location or task, we are committed to ensuring consistent safety standards across all contractor engagements.

To support this commitment, the County has partnered with ComplyWorks, a Veriforce Product—a recognized leader in contractor risk and compliance management. This partnership allows us to maintain current and compliant documentation, orientations, and certifications for every contractor, ensuring that all individuals performing work on behalf of the County are properly vetted, competent, and safe in their duties.

Through ComplyWorks, safety, supply chain, and ESG information will be collected and managed in a centralized platform. This streamlined approach reduces administrative burden, promotes accountability, and strengthens workplace safety across all projects.

Why ComplyWorks?

• Over 60% of the County’s existing contractors were already registered with ComplyWorks, making it a natural choice.
• The platform provides a consistent and transparent process for tracking requirements and managing risk.
• Registration is required for all contractors, regardless of company size, ensuring the same standards of safety and compliance are applied across the board.

Costs and Considerations
The County does not directly cover the cost of registration. Some contractors may choose to recoup this expense through administrative or overhead fees within their pricing. While this may represent an additional cost, particularly for smaller operators, it is viewed as an investment in safety, accountability, and operational efficiency.

These fees are an annual connection fee to the County of Grande Prairie.

Support for Contractors
If you are experiencing issues accessing the County’s requirements through ComplyWorks, this may be due to account setup or configuration. Contractors are encouraged to contact ComplyWorks support directly or reach out to the County to be connected with our representative for assistance.

The County of Grande Prairie values the contributions of all contractors, from independent operators to larger organizations. By adopting this platform, we aim to minimize barriers while fulfilling our responsibility to maintain strong safety and risk management practices.

• $2,000,000 per occurrence liability insurance for low-risk work (as defined by Schedule 2 of Alberta’s OHS Code) 
• $5,000,000 per occurrence liability insurance for high-risk work (as defined by Schedule 2 of Alberta’s OHS Code) 
• A WCB Account in good standing 
• Acknowledgement of the County’s Terms and Conditions 
• Acknowledgement of the County’s Contracting Employer Health and Safety Orientation

• The County values workplace health and safety. Preference will be given to prequalified suppliers that possess a COR certification.
• Suppliers seeking to assume the role of Prime Contractor on a County job must possess a COR certificate.

Why Did the County Choose ComplyWorks?
The County of Grande Prairie partnered with ComplyWorks, a Veriforce Product, to ensure all contractors maintain current and compliant documentation as part of our safety and risk management protocols. Over 60% of existing contractors were already registered with ComplyWorks, making it the most practical and cost-effective choice.

Who Needs to Register?
Registration is required for all contractors, regardless of company size. This ensures consistent safety and compliance standards are applied across the board.

What About the Costs?
The County does not directly cover registration costs. Some contractors may choose to recover this expense through administrative or overhead fees within their pricing. While this may be an added cost, particularly for smaller operators, it is viewed as an investment in safety, accountability, and efficiency.
These fees are an annual connection fee to the County of Grande Prairie.

Having Trouble Accessing County Requirements?
•    Step 1: Contact ComplyWorks support directly.
•    Step 2: If needed, reach out to the County to be connected with our representative or email lcaron@countygp.ab.ca.

Our Commitment
The County of Grande Prairie values the services of contractors of all sizes. By adopting ComplyWorks, we are upholding our responsibility to maintain strong safety and compliance practices, while minimizing barriers for our partners.