Set up every site safely
Complete a comprehensive safety checklist before work begins. Cover signage, safety requirements, utilities and welfare — all digitally with a signed PDF record.
A safe site starts with a proper setup.
Before any work begins, you need to confirm signage is in place, utilities are safe, fire and first aid measures are ready, and all safety documentation is complete.
How to complete a
site setup
Walk the site and assess safety readiness
Check signage, utilities, hazardous materials, electrical setup, fire safety, first aid kits and site security before any workers arrive.
Work through each item and record your findings
Mark each of the 14 safety areas as satisfactory, unsatisfactory, or not applicable — and add comments where needed.
Sign off and get your PDF record instantly
Once the checklist is complete, sign it digitally. A PDF is generated and sent to your office — ready for audits and safety records.
Your Digital Safety Management Toolbox
BuilderShield has you covered for a number of safety and makes it easy to manage your OHS requirements.
Site Inductions
QR-based formsDirect workers to your website to complete site induction forms in under 2 minutes. No app download required — just scan, fill and submit.
Focus on growing your business. We'll focus on safety.
Frequently asked questions
A Site Establishment Checklist is a comprehensive safety checklist completed when setting up a new construction site. It covers critical areas such as safety signage, subcontractor safety requirements, hazardous materials, utility checks, electrical safety, fire safety, first aid, site security, and more — ensuring the site is safe before work begins.
A Site Establishment Checklist should be completed before any work begins on a new construction site or when establishing a new work area. It acts as a safety gate to confirm all essential safety measures, signage, and documentation are in place before workers arrive on site.
The checklist covers 14 key areas including site safety signage, subcontractor safety requirements, hazardous materials audits, utility safety checks, electrical safety setup, fire safety measures, first aid preparedness, site security, documentation of public assets, neighbouring property documentation, hydration and welfare, sanitation facilities, work hours notification, and SWMS information display.
Yep! Jack is a master builder and owner of Slatter Building and had the idea to collect contractor and employee information through his website. Working with a OHS coordinator to understand his obligations, Jack worked with Luke to create his ultimate OHS management system and BuilderShield was born.
