This Cabinet Delivery & On-Site Installation SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers delivering, unloading and installing finished cabinetry, joinery and benchtops at a client's home or business. It covers checking and protecting the load, planning access, team lifts, staging cabinets so they can't topple, finding studs and services before fixing, fixing wall-hung cabinets safely, and leaving the site clean. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Cabinet makers and joiners
Kitchen and bathroom installers
Wardrobe and storage installers
Shopfitters
Builders and renovators
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
Damage to doors, panels and benchtops from impact or dropping
Injury from carrying bulky carcasses, doors and benchtops
Crush or pinch between cabinetry and doorways, stairs or vehicles
Falls when fixing wall-hung or overhead cabinets from steps or trestles
Cabinets and panels toppling before they are fixed
Injury from drills, impact drivers and nail guns
Drilling into hidden wiring, plumbing or other services
Slips and trips on tools, cords, packaging and offcuts
Risks to occupants, children, pets and the public in occupied premises
What's included
9 pre-operational checks, from the delivery docket and load protection to client access, the access path, tools and locating studs and services
A 12-step operating procedure covering unloading, carrying panels, protecting finishes, staging, fixing base and wall-hung cabinets, and occupants
Controls in place of energy isolation for restraining loads, staging cabinets stable, isolating power tools and locating services
7 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps, including a client walk-through
Emergency actions for falling cabinets, power tool faults, injuries and exposed wiring, gas or plumbing
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 Joinery & Cabinet Making 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 making the cabinets?
No. Manufacture and machining are covered by their own procedures, as are loading, restraining and towing the delivery vehicle.
Can wall cabinets be fixed into plasterboard?
No. Wall-hung and overhead cabinets are fixed into studs, noggings or other structural fixing points, not plasterboard or tile alone, with a second person holding them in place.
Does it cover working in someone's home?
Yes. It covers protecting floors and fixtures, keeping walkways clear for occupants, and securing the premises as agreed with the client before leaving.
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.
