This Termite Soil Barrier Treatment SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) sets out how to apply an APVMA-registered termiticide as a chemical soil barrier around and under a structure. It covers checking services, the label and SDS, mixing, trenching and rodding, sub-slab and sub-floor injection, drift and runoff control, depressurising equipment, and safe re-entry timing for occupants. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Pest control and termite management businesses
Licensed pest management technicians
Builders arranging pre-construction termite treatment
Property maintenance contractors
Strata and facility managers overseeing treatments
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
Skin, eye and breathing exposure to termiticide during mixing and application
Splash or spray drift onto workers, occupants, pets, gardens and waterways
Vapours and mist in sub-floor spaces or during sub-slab injection
Manual handling from trenching, rodding and carrying equipment
Slips and trips around trenches, uneven ground and sub-floors
Contact with underground services when trenching or drilling
High-pressure injection injury from pumps, hoses and rods
Fire or contamination from poor storage, spills or disposal
Bites and stings from spiders, insects or snakes
Heat stress outdoors or in sub-floor spaces
What's included
10 pre-operational checks, from licence and Before You Dig plans to the label, SDS, equipment, weather and spill kit
An 11-step operating procedure covering mixing, trenching, rodding, sub-slab injection, backfilling, runoff and treatment records
Isolation and energy control for relieving pump and hose pressure, flushing and securing chemical containers
9 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for spills, splashes, exposure and adverse reactions, including first aid and spill containment
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 Pest Control 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 baiting systems or physical barriers?
No. It covers chemical soil barrier treatment only. Baiting systems, physical termite barriers, timber treatment and fumigation need separate procedures.
Does it include licence requirements?
Yes. Before starting, workers confirm their pesticide application training, licence or certification is current and covers the product being used.
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.
