This Tile Roof Repair & Replacement SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) sets out how to repair and replace clay and concrete roof tiles, ridge capping and flashings on pitched tile roofs. It covers having the roof assessed before access, ladder setup, where to walk on tiles, removing and fitting tiles, repointing ridge caps, resealing flashings and controlling dust when cutting. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Roof repair and restoration businesses
Roof tilers
Handymen and property maintenance contractors
Insurance and storm damage repairers
Builders handling roof maintenance
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
Falls through weak or cracked roof sections, skylights or openings
Falls from unprotected roof edges or gaps
Tiles cracking or giving way underfoot
Tiles, tools, mortar or debris falling onto people below
Slips on wet, mossy, dusty, frost or dew affected tiles
Cuts from broken tiles, ridge capping and fixings
Strain from bending, kneeling and carrying on a sloped roof
Silica dust when cutting or grinding tiles
Heat stress and UV exposure
What's included
9 pre-operational checks, from weather and roof assessment to fall protection, ladder setup, exclusion zones and matching tiles
A 12-step operating procedure covering roof access, where to walk, tile removal and fitting, ridge capping, flashings and cutting
Isolation and energy control for ladders, material hoists, power tools and damaged roof sections
8 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for tiles giving way, falls and people struck by falling objects
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 Roofing 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 installing a new tile roof?
No. New tile roofs are covered by the Tile Roof Installation SOP. This SOP is for repairing and replacing tiles, ridge capping and flashings on existing roofs.
Do I need a SWMS for roof tile repairs?
Yes. The SOP states roof tile repair and replacement is high risk construction work, so a SWMS is needed alongside it.
Does it cover edge protection and fall-arrest systems?
No. It requires fall protection to be in place before work starts, but designing and installing edge protection, safety mesh and fall-arrest systems is covered by your working at heights procedures.
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.
