SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (SWMS)

Company Details

Company Name: [COMPANY NAME] ABN: [ABN] Address: [ADDRESS] Contact Person: [NAME] Phone: [PHONE NUMBER]

Job Details

Job Address/Location: [SITE ADDRESS] Client Name: [CLIENT NAME] Date of Work: [START DATE] to [END DATE] Supervisor: [NAME]

High Risk Construction Work Activity

Description: [e.g., Construction of a timber pergola and flat roof carport involving post installation, beam fitting, and roofing] Specific High Risk Tasks:

• Working at heights over 2 metres
• Operating powered mobile plant (e.g., excavator for footings)
• Structural alterations

Step by Step Tasks, Hazks and Controls

Step / Task	Hazards & Risks	Risk Rating (Before)	Control Measures (Hierarchy of Controls)	Risk Rating (After)
1. Site Set-up & Delivery	- Tripping hazards from materials<br>- Slips/trips on uneven ground<br>- Manual handling injuries	M	1. Inspect ground for trip hazards.<br>2. Establish exclusion zone for delivery.<br>3. Store materials flat and supported.<br>4. Use team lifting techniques for heavy packs.	L
2. Service Location & Excavation	- Striking underground services (gas/electric)<br>- Excavator rollover<br>- Collapse of excavation trench	H	1. Dial 1100 (Before You Dig Australia) to locate services.<br>2. Use hand digging (potholing) near services.<br>3. Use excavator with ROPS on stable ground.<br>4. Use battering or trench shields for holes over 1.5m.<br>5. Keep public away from machinery.	L
3. Installation of Posts / Footings	- Falls from ladder<br>- Crush injuries from dropping posts<br>- Chemical exposure from concrete	M	1. Use scaffolding or Raised Work Platform (EWP) for heights.<br>2. Securely ladder at top and tie off.<br>3. Wear concrete gloves and goggles.<br>4. Use mechanical aids to lift posts (e.g., Hiab).	L
4. Assembly of Beams & Rafters	- Falling objects<br>- Falling from height<br>- Manual handling strain	H	1. Use crane or telehandler to lift beams into position.<br>2. Tag lines used to control load.<br>3. Fall restraint usees secured to anchor point.<br>4. Work from scaffold platform if possible.<br>5. No working under suspended loads.	L
5. Roof Installation (Battens & Sheeting)	- Falls through roof frame<br>- Falling off edge<br>- Slipping on roof surface	H	1. Install fall protection perimeter guardrail or scaffold.<br>2. Use safety use with fall arrest system.<br>3. Use roof ladders or crawl boards.<br>4. Clean roof surface of debris/oil.<br>5. Secure materials to prevent wind blow-off.	L
6. Clean Up & Demobilisation	- Manual handling<br>- Debris on site<br>- Traffic during loading	L	1. Remove waste regularly.<br>2. Use mechanical aids for loading bins.<br>3. Use traffic controller if accessing roadway.	L

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Mandatory for all workers:

• Safety Helmet (AS/NZS 1801)
• High Visibility Clothing (Class D/N)
• Safety Boots (Steel cap/composite, AS/NZS 2210)
• Sun Protection (Hat, sunscreen, long sleeves)

Task Specific PPE:

• Safety Glasses / Face Shield (for cutting/grinding)
• Hearing Protection (Class 5, for power tools)
• Cut Resistant Gloves (handling metal)
• Safety Use & Lanyard (Fall arrest/restraint)
• Dust Mask (P2/N95)

Emergency Procedures

Nearest Hospital: [HOSPITAL NAME] - [PHONE NUMBER]

Fire: Dial 000. Locate nearest fire extinguisher [LOCATION].

Accident/Injury:

1. Secure the scene to prevent further injury.
2. Administer First Aid if qualified.
3. Call Supervisor and Emergency Services (000).
4. Do not move patient unless necessary for safety.

First Aid Officer: [NAME] First Aid Kit Location: [LOCATION]

Consultation & Sign-off

Worker Declaration: I have read and understood the contents of this SWMS. I agree to follow all control measures listed.

Print Name	Signature	Date
[WORKER 1]		[DATE]
[WORKER 2]		[DATE]
[WORKER 3]		[DATE]

PCBU / Principal Contractor Declaration: I accept this SWMS and will ensure the control measures are implemented and maintained.

Print Name	Signature	Date
[SUPERVISOR]		[DATE]

Review Schedule

This SWMS must be reviewed:

• If an incident occurs
• If a control measure fails
• If work conditions change
• At least every 2 years

Last Reviewed Date: [DATE]