This Door & Window Installation SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers installing doors and windows in carpentry and building work, from preparing the opening and planning the lift to positioning, packing, fixing, sealing, flashing and fitting hardware. It covers using lifting aids for heavy units, supporting units until fixed, safe nail gun and drill use, barricading open openings and checking operation before supports come out. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Carpenters and builders
Door and window installers
Renovation and maintenance contractors
Glazing and window replacement businesses
Shopfitters and commercial fit-out crews
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 door slabs, frames and window units
Units falling, tipping or swinging before they're secured
Glass breakage when a glazed unit is dropped or knocked
Hand and finger injury from power tools and pinch points
Nail and framing gun discharge or nail deflection
Falls when installing upper level windows from ladders or platforms
Falling tools, offcuts or materials
Noise and dust from drills, saws and trimming
Electric shock from damaged leads or concealed wiring
What's included
8 pre-operational checks, from opening dimensions and unit condition to power tool safety catches, access equipment and lifting aids
A 14-step installation procedure covering removing the old unit, preparing the opening, lifting, packing, fixing, hardware, sealing and flashing
Isolation and energy control for power tools and nail guns, and propping or temporarily fixing units so they can't fall or swing
7 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for falling units, glass breakage, tool injuries and falls from height
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 Carpentry 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 glass handling?
Only at a general level. Detailed glass and glazing handling is covered by a separate Glazing procedure.
Do I need a SWMS for window installation?
Where the work is at height above 2 metres or otherwise meets the definition of high risk construction work, yes. This SOP covers the installation method and the SWMS covers the site-specific risks.
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.
