How Do I Add an SSWP?
An SSWP (Safe System of Work Plan) is a tool used across construction and similar industries to identify hazards linked to particular work activities and to confirm that suitable safety measures are implemented before work commences. It supports a task-focused approach to safety by aligning the broader Safety Statement with individual work activities.
The system allows SSWPs to be added directly to the system and as a requirement to a Job.
SSWP types must be set up prior to adding SSWPs to the system, since the type defines the document that will be linked to each SSWP.
This article includes step-by-step instructions on how to add an SSWP.
Adding an SSWP Requirement to a Job:
- On the left column, go to Jobs.
- Click New Job.
- Enter the Job details into the required fields.
- The SSWP section includes the options to select:
- Are SSWP required for the job?
- If this box is ticked, the SSWP Types dropdown will appear which must be selected.
- Tick the box if you wish to create a SSWP for every Subcontractor.
- Tick the box if you wish to create an Internal SSWP.
- Fill out the remaining job details.
- Click Save & Submit.
Adding a SSWP directly to the System:
- On the left column, go to SSWPs.
- Click Create New SSWP.
- Select the SSWP Type from the dropdown menu. Once selected, the document types associated with that SSWP Type will appear below.
- Select the Job and Subcontractor from the dropdown options.
- Fill out the SSWP Type.
- Click Save & Submit.
This is required before you can add a SSWP:
- Configure SSWP Types
- Configure Job Types
- Create SSWP Forms
- Set up Jobs
- Set up Subcontractors
- A field with a red asterisk beside it means it is required and you will not be able to complete your work without filling in these fields.
- A field without a red asterisk beside it means the field is not required, although it may be helpful to fill these out to complete your work.