This Display Unit & Joinery Installation SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers installing pre-made display units and shop joinery, including shelving, cabinetry, counters and fixtures, on retail and shopfitting sites. It covers planning the lift, moving units with trolleys or a second person, bracing units before fixing, checking for concealed services, levelling, and securing units with rated fixings so they can't tip. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Shopfitters
Joiners and cabinet makers
Retail fit-out contractors
Display and fixture installers
Retailers fitting out their own stores
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
Manual handling of heavy or bulky units
Crush or impact injury from a unit tipping or falling before it's secured
Cuts from sharp edges, exposed fixings, glass panels or damaged joinery
Injury from drills, saws and fixing or nail guns
Electric shock from drilling into concealed cabling
Dust and noise from drilling or cutting timber, MDF or masonry
Falls when using steps or a platform for tall units
Slips, trips and other trades on a shared fit-out site
What's included
7 pre-operational checks, from inspecting the unit and its weight to fixing surfaces, concealed services, power tools and steps
A 9-step installation procedure covering lift planning, mechanical aids, temporary bracing, levelling, fixing points and rated fixings
Isolation and energy control for power tools and concealed services, plus keeping units braced until permanently fixed
5 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for units that tip or fall, injuries, electric shock and striking concealed cabling
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 Shopfitting 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 electrical or plumbing connections?
No. Electrical and plumbing connection work must be done by a licensed tradesperson. The SOP also doesn't cover off-site manufacture, ceilings, bulkheads, doors or windows.
Can units be held in place with adhesive alone?
No. Units that could tip or fall are secured with fixings rated for their weight and the wall or floor type, not adhesive or a friction fit alone.
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.
