SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (SWMS)

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

1. JOB DETAILS

Project Title: [INSERT PROJECT TITLE] Job Description: [e.g., Installation of terracotta tiles on new double story dwelling] Specific High-Risk Work: Working at heights (Roof Tiling) over 2 metres Date of Work: From [START DATE] to [END DATE] Principal Contractor: [INSERT NAME] Person Responsible for SWMS: [INSERT NAME/SIGNATURE]

2. TASK BREAKDOWN (STEP BY STEP)

Step	Description of Task
1	Pre-start site induction and hazard identification
2	Set up of access equipment (Ladders, Scaffolding, Hoists)
3	Delivery and manual handling of roof tiles to roof level
4	Installation of sarking and safety mesh
5	Fixing of battens and counter battens
6	Laying and fixing of roof tiles
7	Installation of ridge capping and flashings
8	Cutting and grinding tiles
9	Clean up and dismantling of access equipment

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT

Step	Hazard	Risk	Harm	Initial Rating (L/M/H)
1	Uneven ground, debris	Fall from ground	Sprains/Strains	M
2	Unstable ladder/scaffold	Fall from height	Death/ serious injury	H
3	Heavy lifting, awkward postures	Musculoskeletal injury	Chronic pain	H
4	Working on edge of roof	Fall through roof or off edge	Death/ serious injury	H
5	Nail gun use	Puncture wounds	Infection/Amputation	M
6	Dust from cutting	Silicosis/Respiratory issues	Long term illness	M
7	UV Radiation	Sunburn/Heat stroke	Skin cancer	M
8	Overhead powerlines	Electrocution	Death	H

4. CONTROL MEASURES

Hazard	Control Measures (Hierarchy of Controls)
Falls from Height	1. Install perimeter scaffold with edge protection (Engineering). <br> 2. Install safety mesh compliant with AS 3972 prior to tiling (Engineering). <br> 3. Use travel restraint systems where scaffold is not practicable (Engineering). <br> 4. Use full safety use with lanyard connected to certified anchor point (PPE).
Manual Handling	1. Use tile elevators or conveyors to lift materials to roof (Elimination/Substitution). <br> 2. Store tiles close to work area to minimize carrying (Administration). <br> 3. Team lift heavy bundles (Administration). <br> 4. Wear back support if required (PPE).
Falling Objects	1. Use toe boards on scaffolding (Engineering). <br> 2. Establish exclusion zone below work area (Administration). <br> 3. Secure loose tools with lanyards (Administration). <br> 4. Wear hard hat (PPE).
Electricity	1. Identify powerlines before work starts (Elimination). <br> 2. Maintain minimum clearance distances (Administration). <br> 3. Use 'No Go' zones (Administration). <br> 4. Use fiberglass ladders near powerlines (Substitution).
Dust/Noise	1. Use wet cutting methods for tiles (Elimination). <br> 2. Use dust extraction attachments (Engineering). <br> 3. Wear P2 dust mask and ear muffs (PPE).

5. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

• Safety Helmet (AS/NZS 1801) - White or High Vis
• Safety Boots (AS/NZS 2210) - Non-slip sole
• High Visibility Clothing (Class D/N)
• Eye Protection (Safety Glasses)
• Hearing Protection (Class 5) - when cutting/grinding
• Respiratory Protection (P2 Mask) - when cutting/grinding
• Sun Protection (Sunscreen 30+, Wide brim hat)
• Safety Use (if required)
• Cut Resistant Gloves (when handling tiles)

6. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Emergency Contact: 000 Nearest Hospital: [INSERT HOSPITAL NAME AND ADDRESS] First Aid Kit Location: [INSERT LOCATION, e.g., Site Office] Fire Extinguisher Location: [INSERT LOCATION]

Procedure for Injury:

1. Stop work immediately.
2. Ensure area is safe to enter.
3. Apply First Aid.
4. Call 000 if necessary.
5. Notify Supervisor/PCBU.
6. Preserve incident scene (if notifiable incident).

7. TRAINING & COMPETENCY

Workers undertaking this task must hold:

• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Working at Heights Training (optional but recommended)
• Specific evidence of competency for powered plant (if used)

Site Induction Completed: [YES/NO] Task Specific Toolbox Talk Completed: [YES/NO]

8. SIGN OFF

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

Worker Name	Signature	Date
[WORKER 1]		[DATE]
[WORKER 2]		[DATE]
[WORKER 3]		[DATE]
[SUPERVISOR]		[DATE]