This Glass & Glazing Installation SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers carrying, transporting, storing and installing glass panels in shopfitting and internal fit-out work. It sets out checks on panels, suction cups, vacuum lifters and A-frames, safe carrying technique, team lifts, offering a panel into its frame, and storing spare glass securely. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Glaziers and glazing contractors
Shopfitters
Commercial fit-out companies
Builders and joiners fitting internal glazing
Shower screen and splashback installers
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
Cuts and lacerations from glass edges, chips or broken panels
Musculoskeletal injury from heavy or awkward panels
Crush injury from a panel toppling, overbalancing or being dropped
Trapped fingers when fitting a panel into a frame or rebate
Loss of suction and a dropped panel with suction cups or vacuum lifters
Eye injury from glass fragments or dust
Slips, trips and falls while carrying glass
What's included
5 pre-operational checks, from panel damage and suction cup seals to A-frame stability and grip points
An 8-step operating procedure covering vertical carrying, team lifts, suction checks, fitting into the frame and storing offcuts
Isolation and energy control for restraining stored glass and switching off powered vacuum lifters
4 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for dropped, cracked or shattered panels, loss of suction and glass cuts
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 Internal Fit-out SOP Bundle and Ultimate Shopfitting SOP Bundle. Each bundle is $197, which works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Does it cover suction cups and vacuum lifters?
Yes. It covers checking seals, rated capacity and the suction gauge before lifting, and switching off or removing the battery from powered lifters when not in use.
Does it cover placing glass with a crane or EWP?
No. Using an elevating work platform or crane to place large panels is covered by plant-specific SOPs.
What gloves does it require?
Cut-resistant gloves rated for glass handling, not general-purpose fabric or leather gloves, plus forearm protection for large or heavy panels.
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.
