Our Process

A Simple 3-Step Process for Busy Teams

You send the work details. We prepare the required OHS documents manually. You receive structured draft files.

Step 01

Submit Your Scope or Requirement

Send your project details, tender instruction, workplace activity, client request or the documents you have been asked to provide.

Information that helps us prepare accurate documents:

  • Company name, registration number and contact details
  • Scope of work or project description
  • Industry or sector
  • Specific documents requested (safety file, risk assessment, method statement, etc.)
  • Tender instruction or client specification (if applicable)
  • Deadline or mobilisation date
  • Any existing documents that need updating or integration
Start Your Request

How to Submit

ChannelBest For
EmailDetailed scope, attachments
WhatsAppQuick queries, urgent requests
Contact formStructured request
Step 02

We Prepare Your Documents Manually

Defence Essentials reviews your information and customises the OHS documents to match your work, industry and immediate compliance need.

What happens during preparation:

  • Scope review against applicable legislation and standards
  • Hazard identification specific to your activities
  • Control measure selection based on hierarchy of controls
  • Document structuring for logical flow and audit readiness
  • Reference to relevant SANS standards and Construction Regulations
  • Quality check before delivery

Turnaround time depends on document complexity and current queue. Urgent tender deadlines are prioritised where possible.

Preparation Standards

StandardApplication
OHS Act 85 of 1993Legal foundation
Construction Regulations 2014Building and civil
General Safety RegulationsAll workplaces
Hazardous Chemical SubstancesChemical handling
Lead RegulationsLead exposure
Asbestos RegulationsAsbestos work
Step 03

Receive Your Draft Files Directly

You receive structured draft documents for review, signing, submission, filing or workplace distribution.

Delivery format and next steps:

  • Documents delivered as editable Word files and PDFs
  • Clear version numbering and date stamps
  • Sign-off blocks for management approval
  • Distribution list and document control notes
  • One round of minor revisions included in the quote
  • Guidance on implementation and filing

Document Formats

FormatUse Case
Microsoft WordEditing, customisation
PDFSubmission, distribution
ExcelRegisters, matrices
PowerPointTraining, presentations
When This Helps

Useful When the Deadline Is Close and the Paperwork Must Make Sense

The focus is not generic documents. The focus is on documents that speak to your scope of work, workplace risks, client requirements and industry context.

Common Situations We Support

  • A tender requires OHS documents before submission.
  • A client asks for a safety file or risk assessment.
  • A workplace task needs a method statement or safe work procedure.
  • An existing OHS file needs a gap review or document clean-up.
  • A small business needs practical templates for ongoing workplace records.

What We Do Not Do

  • Site inspections or physical audits
  • Training delivery or facilitation
  • Legal representation or dispute resolution
  • Medical surveillance or occupational hygiene testing
  • Engineering design or structural calculations
Pricing

Once-Off Quotes Per Scope

Defence Essentials operates on a once-off quote basis. Each request is assessed individually based on document complexity, industry, urgency and volume.

Single Document

One risk assessment, method statement or template. Quoted after scope review.

Document Pack

Multiple related documents (e.g., safety file with supporting assessments). Bundled pricing.

Urgent Turnaround

Tender deadlines and emergency mobilisation. Prioritised queue with adjusted rate.

Ready to Start?

Send your project details, tender instruction or workplace requirement. We will confirm what can be prepared and provide a once-off quote.