SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (SWMS)

Company / Project Details

Company Name: [COMPANY NAME] ABN: [ABN] Site Address: [SITE ADDRESS] Date of Preparation: [DATE]

Job / Task Description

Task Title: Ceiling Fixer Installation Work Location of Work: [SPECIFIC LOCATION ON SITE] Date of Work: [START DATE] to [END DATE]

**Description of Work: [Insert detailed description of the ceiling work, e.g., Installation of 600x600 suspended grid ceiling in Level 2 offices. Includes cutting plasterboard, lifting materials, and fixing ceiling tiles.]

Persons Responsible

Principal Contractor / PCBU: [NAME] Supervisor: [NAME] Mobile: [PHONE NUMBER]

Step 1: Hazards and Risks

Task / Step	Hazard	Risk	Potential Harm	H	M	L
Example: Lifting plasterboard sheets	Manual handling	Strain / Sprain	Back injury		X
Example: Working from ladder	Falls from height	Fall	Fractures / Death	X
Example: Cutting plasterboard	Silica dust	Respiratory disease	Silicosis		X
Example: Using power drill	Noise	Hearing loss	Permanent damage		X
[TASK STEP]	[HAZARD]	[RISK]	[HARM]	[X]	[X]	[X]

Risk Rating Key:

• H (High): Immediate action required. Stop work.
• M (Medium): Action required soon.
• L (Low): Monitor and maintain controls.

Step 2: Control Measures

Task / Step	Control Measures (Hierarchy of Controls)	Who	When
Manual Handling	1. Assess load weight. 2. Use mechanical aids (e.g., plasterboard lift). 3. Use team lifting techniques. 4. Store materials at waist height.	Worker	Ongoing
Work at Heights	1. Eliminate work at height if possible. 2. Use scaffolding > ladders. 3. Ensure scaffolding tagged by competent person. 4. Use edge protection on open floors. 5. Wear use if required.	Worker	Ongoing
Dust and Silica	1. Use low-dust cutting tools. 2. Keep area wet. 3. Use on-tool dust extraction. 4. Wear P2 respirator. 5. Keep area well ventilated.	Worker	Ongoing
Power Tools	1. Use residual current devices (RCDs). 2. Inspect cords for damage. 3. Remove guards only when safe. 4. Wear hearing protection and eye protection.	Worker	Ongoing
[TASK STEP]	[List specific controls starting with Elimination, then Substitution, Isolation, Engineering, Admin, PPE]	[WHO]	[WHEN]

Step 3: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Check the PPE required for this job:

• Safety Helmet (Class 1 or 2)
• High Visibility Clothing
• Safety Boots (Steel Cap)
• Safety Glasses / Goggles
• Cut Resistant Gloves
• Hearing Protection (Ear muffs or plugs)
• Dust Mask (P2 or higher)
• Safety Use (if working at heights)
• Sun Protection (Hat and sunscreen)

Step 4: Emergency Procedures

Emergency Contact: 000 First Aid Officer: [NAME] - [PHONE] Nearest Hospital: [HOSPITAL NAME] Assembly Point: [LOCATION]

Fire: Raise alarm. Evacuate via nearest exit. Do not use lifts. Injury: Apply first aid. Call 000 if serious. Do not move patient unless necessary. Electrical Shock: Do not touch person. Switch off power. Call 000.

Step 5: Worker Sign-off

I have read and understood the contents of this SWMS. I agree to follow all control measures listed. I understand that if I do not follow these controls, I may be breaching the WHS Act.

Name	Signature	Date
[WORKER NAME]	[SIGN]	[DATE]
[WORKER NAME]	[SIGN]	[DATE]
[WORKER NAME]	[SIGN]	[DATE]
[WORKER NAME]	[SIGN]	[DATE]

Step 6: Review

This SWMS will be reviewed:

• If an incident occurs.
• If there is a change in work conditions.
• If a new hazard is identified.
• Every 2 years or if regulations change.

Reviewed by: [NAME] Date: [DATE]