SWMS - Bridgeworks Template
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Version 1 • Last updated 7/30/2026
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Name: [Enter Company Name] ABN: [Enter ABN] Address: [Enter Company Address]
PROJECT / JOB DETAILS
Project Name: [Enter Project Name] Site Address: [Enter Site Address] Client/Principal Contractor: [Enter Client Name] Date of Preparation: [DD/MM/YYYY] Date of Work: [Start Date] to [End Date]
TASK BREAKDOWN
[List the specific tasks involved in the bridgeworks]
- [Task 1, e.g., Erection of scaffolding]
- [Task 2, e.g., Concrete pouring]
- [Task 3, e.g., Steel beam installation]
- [Task 4, e.g., Operating mobile crane]
- [Task 5, e.g., Working over water]
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT
| High Risk Construction Activity | Hazards | Risks | Initial Rating (H/M/L) | Control Measures | Residual Rating (H/M/L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Task Name, e.g. Working at heights] | [e.g. Unprotected edges, wind] | [e.g. Fall resulting in serious injury or death] | [e.g. High] | [e.g. Install guard rails, use safety use, secure tools] | [e.g. Low] |
| [Task Name, e.g. Crane Lift] | [e.g. Swinging load, electrical contact] | [e.g. Crush injury, electrocution] | [e.g. High] | [e.g. Use licensed dogger, establish exclusion zone, check power lines] | [e.g. Low] |
| [Task Name, e.g. Work over water] | [e.g. Falling into water, drowning] | [e.g. Drowning, cold water shock] | [e.g. High] | [e.g. Install safety net, wear life jacket, provide rescue boat] | [e.g. Low] |
| [Task Name, e.g. Use of plant] | [e.g. Reversing vehicles, noise] | [e.g. Run over worker, hearing loss] | [e.g. Medium] | [e.g. Use traffic controller, use spotters, wear hearing protection] | [e.g. Low] |
HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS
1. Elimination: [Describe if the hazard can be removed completely] 2. Substitution: [Describe if a less hazardous material or process can be used] 3. Engineering Controls: [e.g. Guard rails, physical barriers, machine guards] 4. Administrative Controls: [e.g. SWMS, training, permits, warning signs, supervision] 5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): [List required PPE, see below]
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
- Safety Helmet (Class 1 or 2)
- High Visibility Clothing (Class D/N)
- Safety Boots (Steel cap/composite)
- Safety Glasses/Goggles
- Cut Resistant Gloves
- Hearing Protection (Ear muffs/plugs)
- Sun Protection (Hat, sunscreen)
- Use and Lanyard (for fall arrest)
- Life Jacket (if working over water)
- Respiratory Protection (if dust/fumes)
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Emergency Services: 000 Site Emergency Contact: [Name] - [Phone Number] Nearest Hospital: [Name of Hospital] - [Address] Evacuation Assembly Point: [Location]
Specific Emergency Scenarios:
- Fall from Height: [Procedure, e.g. Do not move victim unless immediate danger, call 000, administer first aid]
- Fall into Water: [Procedure, e.g. Throw life buoy, call rescue boat, do not enter water unless trained]
- Crane Incident: [Procedure, e.g. Evacate exclusion zone, shut down plant, assess stability]
TRAINING AND COMPETENCY
| Role/Task | Required Qualification/License | Evidence Held |
|---|---|---|
| [e.g. Crane Operator] | [e.g. High Risk Work License (C0)] | [ ] |
| [e.g. Rigger] | [e.g. High Risk Work License (RI)] | [ ] |
| [e.g. Scaffolder] | [e.g. High Risk Work License (SB)] | [ ] |
| [e.g. Traffic Controller] | [e.g. Blue/Yellow Card] | [ ] |
| [e.g. General Construction] | [e.g. White Card] | [ ] |
SITE INDUCTION
I, [Name], have been inducted into this site and have read and understood the SWMS for Bridgeworks.
Worker Signature: ____________________ Date: ________ Worker Signature: ____________________ Date: ________
SIGN-OFF
Prepared By (PCBU/Manager): Name: ______________________ Signature: ____________________ Date: ________
Reviewed By (Principal Contractor): Name: ______________________ Signature: ____________________ Date: ________
Acknowledgement by Workers: We acknowledge that we have read and understood this SWMS and will comply with the control measures listed.
- ____________________ 2. ____________________ 3. ____________________
- ____________________ 5. ____________________ 6. ____________________
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SWMS - Bridgeworks
This SWMS is required for all construction, repair, and maintenance work on bridges. It covers high-risk activities like working at heights, near water, and using mobile plant.