Cm3’s Template Library gives contractors access to a curated collection of professionally structured OHS/WHS and compliance documents, designed to make safety administration simpler, faster, and more consistent.
Our goal is to help contractors succeed by giving them practical tools that remove barriers and save time. Offering these templates at no additional charge allows us to:
- Support contractors who may not have internal health and safety resources
- Reduce admin time for workers juggling multiple jobs
- Improve consistency across compliance submissions
- Ensure contractors have access to reliable WHS documentation frameworks
These resources are designed to help you get started quickly and set a strong foundation for compliance.
These are particularly valuable for smaller, or sole trader, operators where time restraints, workload, or simply the need to just “get things done” have got in the way of developing robust documentation.
Each template is designed to be simple to adopt, easy to customise, and aligned with best practice and common compliance requirements across industries.
Building safer, more compliant workplaces
Clear, well‑structured documentation is one of the most effective ways contractors can show they understand their health and safety obligations.
When contractors have access to consistent, professional templates, they’re better equipped to identify hazards, plan safe work methods, and communicate controls clearly to their teams.
Reliable documentation doesn’t just tick a compliance box; it helps create a safer working environment for everyone involved. It supports better decision‑making, reduces the likelihood of incidents, and ensures contractors present themselves as capable, responsible operators who take their legal obligations seriously.
By using high‑quality templates as a starting point, contractors can spend less time worrying about formatting, structure, and wording, and more time focusing on the work that matters: performing tasks safely, meeting client expectations, and maintaining strong WHS standards across every job.
What’s included in Cm3’s complementary template library?
These templates are included as part of a contractor’s platform access, offered at no extra cost, to support safe, consistent, and efficient work practices.
| WHS Policy Template | Outlines a business’s common commitments to health and safety, responsibilities, expectations, and the overarching framework for managing OHS/WHS risks. |
| SWMS Template | Helps contractors document high‑risk construction work, identify hazards, and record the controls required to perform tasks safely. |
| Safe Work Procedure Template | Provides a step‑by‑step guide for completing tasks safely and consistently, ensuring workers understand the correct method and associated risks. |
| Risk Assessment Template | Supports basic site inspections by helping users identify hazards, assess risk levels, and record appropriate control measures. |
| WHS Induction Checklist Template | Make sure new workers receive essential safety information before starting work, covering site rules, emergency procedures, and key hazards. |
| Training and Competency Register Template | Tracks worker qualifications, licences, and training to demonstrate competency and compliance with regulatory and client requirements. |
| Toolbox Talk Template | Helps supervisors run effective safety discussions, record attendance, and document key messages shared during onsite briefings. |
| Portable Ladder Inspection Checklist Template | Guides regular inspections of ladders to ensure they remain safe, stable, and compliant with relevant standards. |
| Electrical Test and Tag Register Template | Records electrical equipment testing dates, results, and retest requirements to maintain compliance and reduce electrical risks. |
| Onsite WHS Inspection Checklist Template | Supports routine site inspections by helping identify hazards, unsafe behaviours, and opportunities for improvement. |
| First Aid Kit Checklist Template | For recording when first aid kits are checked, restocked, and compliant with workplace requirements. |
| Subcontractor Pre-engagement Checklist Template | Helps assess subcontractors before engagement, confirming they have appropriate WHS systems, insurances, and competencies. |
| Risk Register Template | Provides a structured way to document identified risks, their likelihood and impact, and the controls in place to manage them. |
| Hazardous Chemicals Register Template | Records hazardous substances onsite, along with SDS details and storage requirements, supporting compliance with chemical safety laws. |
| PPE Inspection Checklist Template | For checking that personal protective equipment remains in good condition and fit for purpose through regular inspections. |
| Angle Grinder Inspection Checklist Template | Helps verify that angle grinders are safe to operate, with guards, discs, and electrical components in proper condition. |
Contractors on Cm3 can access these complimentary resources from the Help Centre in their account dashboard.