Practical Guide to Planning the Safe Erection of Steel Structures - 1st Edition October 2016

Oct 23, 2026

Practical Guide to Planning the Safe Erection of Steel Structures (1st Edition, October 2016) provides general guidance to establish a framework of process and controls for stakeholders on structural steel construction projects. It supports demonstrating duty of care and informs industry awareness through peer-reviewed good practice developed with representatives from the Australian Steel Institute and Multiplex Constructions. The guide outlines purpose, scope, key process activities, and reference appendices while emphasizing that it does not replace professional or regulatory advice.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages26

Reading Time1 h 6 min

AccessFree to download

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose

1.2 Scope

1.3 Terms and Definitions

1.4 Standard versus Non-Standard Structures

1.5 Project Phases

1.6 Stakeholders

1.7 Opportunities to Influence Safety, Quality, Time and Cost

2. Key Process Activities

2.1 Communication and Consultation

2.2 Risk Planning Workshops

2.3 Erection Sequence Methodology

2.4 Work Shift Meetings

Appendix A: Reference Material

Appendix B: Examples of Erection Sequence Methodologies

PRACTICAL GUIDE TO PLANNING THE SAFE ERECTION OF STEEL STRUCTURES 1st Edition October 2016 Australian Steel Institute in conjunction with Multiplex Constructions Pty Limited AUSTRALIAN STEEL INSTITUTE (ABN) /ACN (94) 000 973 839 Practical Guide to Planning the Safe Erection of Steel Structures Copyright © 2016 by AUSTRALIAN STEEL INSTITUTE Published by: AUSTRALIAN STEEL INSTITUTE All rights reserved. This guide or any part thereof must not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Australian Steel Institute. 1ST EDITION OCTOBER 2016 Australian Steel Institute Practical Guide to Planning the Safe Erection of Steel Structures Disclaimer: The information presented by the Australian Steel Institute in this publication has been prepared for general information only and does not in any way constitute recommendations or professional advice. While every effort has been made and all reasonable care taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication, this information should not be used or relied upon for any specific application without investigation and verification as to its accuracy, suitability and applicability by a competent professional person in this regard. The Australian Steel Institute, its officers and employees and the authors and editors of this publication do not give any warranties or make any representations in relation to the information provided herein and to the extent permitted by law (a) will not be held liable or responsible in any way; and (b) expressly disclaim any liability or responsibility for any loss or damage costs or expenses incurred in connection with this publication by any person, whether that person is the purchaser of this publication or not. Without limitation, this includes loss, damage, costs and expenses incurred as a result of the negligence of the authors, editors or publishers. The information in this publication should not be relied upon as a substitute for independent due diligence, professional or legal advice and in this regards the services of a competent professional person or persons should be sought. This document does not replace the need to review and manage obligations under the various state and national regulations applicable to building construction. Rather, this document may be used to establish a framework for process and controls that can help the stakeholder meet obligations to demonstrate duty of care on construction projects utilising structural steel. This document does not mandate specific approaches to procedures and equipment to be used by the erector. It remains theerector’s responsibility to evaluate the total work environment and select an appropriate methodology, provided that at least equal levels of safety inherent in the processes outlined in this Guide are maintained. PREFACE This guidance document is one of the required deliverables resulting from an Enforceable Undertaking (EU) actioned by Multiplex Constructions Pty Limited. In order to provide a balanced view on industry good practice, the document was prepared by a working group including representatives from Australian Steel Institute and Multiplex Constructions Pty Limited and various industry representatives including engineers, fabricators and erectors. It is intended the publication is used as a basis for industry awareness and education and to drive positive change, which forms a component of the Enforceable Undertaking. The publication was peer reviewed by a range of subject matter experts and industry professionals prior to being published. Table of Contents 1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Purpose .............................................................................................................................................................. 1 1.2 Scope.......................

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the guide?

It provides guidance to establish a framework of process and controls that helps stakeholders meet obligations to demonstrate duty of care on construction projects using structural steel.

Does the guide replace professional, legal, or regulatory advice?

No. The guide does not replace independent due diligence or professional or legal advice, and it does not replace the need to review and manage obligations under applicable state and national regulations.

How does the guide approach safe erection planning responsibilities?

It does not mandate specific approaches to procedures and equipment for the erector. The erector must evaluate the total work environment and select an appropriate methodology while maintaining at least equal levels of safety inherent in the guide’s processes.

Oct 23, 2026

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