This Lighting & Laser Rig Setup SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) covers setting up, positioning and packing down lighting and laser rigs for events, productions and venues. It sets out confirming the rigging plan and point loads, inspecting truss and hardware, exclusion zones, secondary safeties, hoisting truss, walking the laser beam path, running cabling, isolating power and testing at low output first. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Event production and staging companies
Lighting and audio-visual hire businesses
Concert, theatre and festival crews
Venues, nightclubs and function centres
Corporate event and exhibition suppliers
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
Falling truss, fixtures or hardware during rigging or dismantling
Crush or entanglement when connecting truss or using chain hoists
Falls from height from truss, ladders or an elevating work platform
Rigging points or truss spans overloaded beyond their working load limit
Eye or skin exposure to the laser beam during alignment
Electric shock or arc flash when connecting or testing power
Trips on power and data cabling
Manual handling injury from truss sections and fixtures
Moving fixtures or an uncontrolled beam sweep once powered
What's included
8 pre-operational checks, from the rigging plan and point loads to truss and hoist inspection, laser interlocks, exclusion zones and test tags
A 13-step operating procedure covering truss assembly, secondary safeties, hoisting, aiming fixtures, the laser beam path and power up
Isolation and energy control for lockout of lighting and laser circuits, stored energy and work beneath rigged fixtures
7 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for shifting or dropped rigs, failed rigging points and suspected laser eye exposure
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 Audio Visual 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 laser classification and audience scanning?
No. Laser classification, exposure limits and audience scanning assessment are covered by the Laser Safety procedure, which applies alongside this SOP.
Does every fixture need a secondary safety?
Yes. A rated secondary safety is fitted to every fixture, moving light, laser unit or accessory before it's rigged, with no exceptions.
Does it cover the structural design of the rig?
No. Structural design, certification and approval of the supporting structure are covered by the Temporary Structures and Event Rigging 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.
