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Setting up site safety on a build can feel like a massive job, but it doesn’t need to be a headache. Whether you’re running the project or working as a subby, here’s your straightforward guide to keeping the crew safe and your back covered.

Managing your contractors 

If you’re the main contractor, you need to know your subbies have the skills to work safely before they step foot on-site. Talk to them upfront to make sure their WHS covers:

• Hazards, risk controls, and emergency plans
• Worker training and competency (including White Cards and SWMS) 
• Machinery, plant, and hazardous substances

Chasing paperwork for dozens of subbies gets messy fast. Use HazardCo’s automated Pre-Qualification tools to sort your contractors before work starts and ditch the paper chase for good.

Setting up your site 

Before the first shovel hits the dirt, sort your site fencing, toilets, handwashing stations, and emergency gear. Then jump into the HazardCo Hub, plug in your project details, set your site hazards, and assign your contractors. Your SSSP will automatically send out to everyone involved.

Last step: pop your HazardCo Hazard Board (with its site-specific QR code) right at the entrance to meet your site signage requirements.

Running the build 

Once work is underway, keep safety rolling through the HazardCo App:

• Scan in and out: Get everyone to scan the QR code on the Hazard Board for a quick digital induction and daily check-in.
• Risk Assessments: Workers complete a quick Risk Assessment on the app before starting work to make sure their area is safe.
• High-risk work: Ditch the paper SWMS for high-risk jobs. Create them in the app and get your team to read, sign, and follow them digitally before they start work.

You can also run Site Reviews, log Toolbox Meetings, and report incidents straight from your phone to keep your register updated on the fly.

Subbies: Working on someone else’s site 

Bouncing between different sites all week? The HazardCo App makes it easy for subbies to manage their own safety without lugging folders of paperwork around. Keep your SWMS, risk assessments, and incident reporting right on your phone. 

We’ve got your back

A strong safety culture is about keeping your people safe, not drowning in paperwork. Your HazardCo membership comes with unlimited support from people who know their stuff, including 24/7 incident support whenever you need a hand.

Give the team a buzz on 1800 954 702 or drop us an email at info@hazardco.com.