Historically safety documents and certificates have been hard copy paperwork that sparkies need to lug from one premise
to the next, which really isn’t practical when safety assessments need to be logged right away on every job, says Fergus
founder Dan Pollard.
Digital safety certificates have helped tradies move from easy-to-lose, paper documentation to a simpler, more efficient
digital format. For instance, these certificates mean sparkies can complete necessary safety checklists electronically,
ensuring that all safety measures are reviewed and met before starting a job. This way electricians can go through each
item on the safety checklist systematically. By assessing the risks methodically, electricians can make more informed
decisions that prioritise their safety and that of their mates onsite.
Job management software also plays a role in safety, going hand-in-hand with digital safety certificates. This type of
software means that sparkies have easy access to previous safety certificates if needed, as well as track their safety
checklist completion and monitor the safety status of ongoing projects.
Communication is crucial to a safe working environment, and by using digital certificates, or even better job management
software, this can be streamlined between workers. Tradies can share safety-related information and updates in real time
to ensure that everyone on the team is aware of any potential hazards as well as any precautions needed to mitigate
these risks.
Many sparkies find admin overwhelming, time consuming, and, let’s face it, boring. Fortunately, smart digital job
management tools can automate many of the admin tasks associated with safety compliance, like scheduling safety training
sessions and reminding sparkies to complete their safety checklists, so they don’t have to worry about it.
In short, automation takes away the admin burden for sparkies so they can focus more on their core tasks—like working
with live electricity—while still ensuring compliance with safety regulations.