This Adhesive & Grout Mixing SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) sets out how to safely mix cement-based and pre-mixed tile adhesive and grout with a powered mixing drill and paddle. It covers checking the drill and RCD, controlling silica dust, measuring water and powder, mixing at the right speed, clearing jams safely, clean-up and first aid for cement burns. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Tilers and tiling contractors
Bathroom and kitchen renovators
Builders and residential construction trades
Stonemasons and paving contractors
Maintenance and handyman businesses
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Silica dust when tipping and mixing dry cement-based powder
Skin and eye burns or cement dermatitis from wet cement and grout
Entanglement, splash or impact from the rotating mixing paddle
Injury from lifting and carrying bags of adhesive or grout
Electric shock from a damaged lead, plug or mixing drill
Slips and trips on spilled powder, water or wet mix
Strain from repetitive mixing, lifting and pouring
What's included
7 pre-operational checks, from reading the SDS to checking the drill, paddle, lead and RCD
An 8-step operating procedure covering mixing ratios, bag handling, dust control, mixing speed and pot life
Isolation and energy control for unplugging the drill before changing the paddle or clearing a jam
5 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for cement or grout in the eyes or on skin, electric shock and entanglement
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Tiling & Waterproofing SOP Bundle. At $197 for the whole bundle, it works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Does it cover laying tiles or waterproofing?
No. It covers mixing the adhesive or grout only. Tiling, laying, application and waterproofing are separate tasks and need their own procedure.
Does it deal with silica dust?
Yes. It requires a P2 mask, a well-ventilated mixing area and adding powder to water with the paddle submerged to limit dust.
Does it cover how to dispose of mixing water?
Yes. Workers dispose of mixing water and wet waste under your waste and trade waste requirements, without washing slurry into stormwater drains.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
