CBS Builders x GoBuid: Eliminating Stop Work Orders and Achieving 100% Compliance via e-PTW Automation
by Sam Chen
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CBS Builders has transformed its document management by achieving 100% e-PTW compliance. By digitizing the Permit to Work process, they ensure all documentation is completed before any high-risk work begins. This shift has replaced the anxiety of 'lost forms' with the confidence of full regulatory compliance. Audit-ready PDFs can now be generated in just five minutes, eliminating weeks of manual document searching.
“With GoBuid, we don't fear MOM audits anymore. The system ensures everyone submits their records on time, and every e-PTW is accessible on my phone.”
The Problem: Rising Site Accidents > Missing Paperwork > Audit Stress
As site incidents and fatalities have risen, the Singapore government has strictly enforced safety regulations. Companies that show negligence face severe penalties, including heavy fines and jail time.
In this environment, documentation is your only shield. Many companies maintain high safety standards on-site but still face Stop Work Orders (SWO) and heavy fines simply because they lack organized documentary proof.
- The Dangerous "Blind Spot": In high-risk environments like work at height, a hazard not reported instantly can be fatal. With paper-based checks, reports were often only submitted at the end of the week—leaving management "blind" to life-threatening risks for days.
- The "Lost Form" Liability: When an incident occurs, the clock starts ticking. Safety teams often spend days digging through unorganized physical files just to find one specific Permit to Work (PTW). Failing to find it immediately creates massive legal and financial liability.
- Audit Anxiety: Preparing for MOM or quarterly safety audits used to be a week of manual nightmare. Staff had to digitize thousands of paper logs and chase site managers for missing signatures on Toolbox Talks, pulling them away from actual site supervision.
The Solution: Worker-Friendly e-PTW > Auto-Reminders > 100% Compliance
When Mohammad Selvam joined CBS Builders, missing permits and messy paperwork were a constant headache. The fear of a surprise MOM audit or a Stop Work Order (SWO) was high because the "paper chaos" left the company exposed. By implementing the GoBuid Construction Workspace, they replaced lost forms with a rock-solid digital shield.
1. Mobile-First "Source Capture": "All site teams can use their phones to report safety issues or submit an e-PTW instantly. The system is designed to be worker-friendly: simply click, select from multiple-choice options or dropdown menus, and snap a photo. There is no need for manual writing or carrying heavy files around the site.
Value: Control. Instead of waiting for a stack of paper at the end of the week, management sees every risk and permits the second it is created. You can stop an accident before it happens, not just read about it after.
2. Automated Safety Workflows: Every permit comes with a clear digital tracker and an edit history that cannot be faked. The system automatically sends reminders and notifications to the right people, ensuring no safety check is skipped.
Value: Reduce Risk. This creates a "bulletproof" digital trail of Who, What, and When. It enforces safety rules automatically, making sure your company is 100% protected and ready for any surprise MOM inspection.
3. One-Click External Signing: Consultants and third parties can sign documents via a shared link sent through WhatsApp or email. They don’t need to download the app or create an account.
Value: Zero Friction. You save hours previously spent "teaching" outsiders how to use software. Consultants click, sign, and submit in seconds, ensuring your approvals are always up to date without the technical struggle.
4. Auto-Organized Evidence Folders: The system automatically sorts every form into its own digital folder. Whether it is a daily report or a high-risk permit, everything is filed in a consistent, professional pattern.
Value: Save/Earn Money. Audit-ready PDF packs are ready in five minutes instead of days of searching. Because all evidence is captured digitally, you have the "substantial proof" needed to defend your company against fines and keep your site running without interruptions.
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