This Brick Elevator & Material Hoist Use SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers setting up, loading, running, unloading and shutting down small inclined brick and material elevators on residential and light commercial sites. It covers frame, chain and guard checks, stable set-up and securing both ends, RCD protection, safe working loads, keeping clear of nip points, clearing jams only when isolated, and lowering the frame. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Bricklayers and blocklayers
Builders and residential construction trades
Roof tilers lifting tiles to height
Light commercial construction contractors
Equipment hire 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
Bricks, blocks or mortar falling from the elevator or trays
Entanglement in the moving chain, belt or drive
Crush or pinch injuries at the hopper, chain wheel and return pulley
Elevator instability or tip-over on uneven or unsecured ground
Overloading beyond the safe working load
Electric shock from damaged leads, or fire risk from petrol units
Being struck when working under or near the elevator
Manual handling when loading bricks, blocks and mortar
Noise from the motor and drive
Slips, trips and falls at loading and unloading areas
What's included
9 pre-operational checks, from the frame, chain and guards to stable ground, securing both ends, RCD protection and the safe working load
An 11-step operating procedure covering positioning, powerlines, barricades, test runs, loading, jams and weather
Isolation and energy control for the chain or belt drive, guards, and clearing materials held at height
7 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for entanglement, people struck by materials and an elevator that starts to tip
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 Bricklaying & Masonry 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 goods or passenger hoists?
No. Hoists that need a high risk work licence to operate are covered by a separate procedure. This SOP is for small inclined conveyor-type brick and material elevators.
Can the elevator be used to lift people or tools?
No. The SOP says not to use it to lift people, tools or any load it isn't designed for.
Does it cover cutting bricks?
No. Cutting and preparing bricks or blocks is covered by the brick saw procedure, and general manual handling by the Material Handling, Stacking and Storage procedure.
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.
