3013 SWMS Carpenter Frames and Trusses

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT
Description of work activity: CARPENTER INSTALL FRAMES AND ROOF TRUSSES

Name:
High Risk Construction Work:  Involves a risk of person falling 2 metres
(HRCW) Is carried out on a telecommunication tower
Select all ‘High Risk
Construction Work’ which is Involves demolition of an element of a structure that is
applicable to this task/project load-bearing or otherwise related to the physical integrity of
the structure
Principal Contractor (PC) Involves, or is likely to involve, the removal or disturbance
of asbestos
 Involves structural alterations or repairs that require

temporary support to prevent collapse
Is carried out in or near a confined space
Work Location Is carried out in or near a shaft or trench with an excavated
Site Address: depth greater than 1.5m, or a tunnel
Date works are to be performed: Involves the use of explosives
Works Manager: Is carried out on or near pressurised gas distribution mains

or piping
Contact Phone: Is carried out on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
Date SWMS Provided to PC:  Is carried out on or near energised electrical installations or
services
Person Responsible for ensuring Name: Is carried out in an area that may have a contaminated or
compliance with SWMS Date SWMS Received: flammable atmosphere
What measures are in place to WHS policies and procedures, general and workplace Involves tilt-up or precast concrete
ensure compliance with the induction training, toolbox meetings, SWMS provided to and
SWMS discussed with worker(s) at workplace and signed off,
ongoing workplace spot checks and supervision by
 Is carried out on, in or adjacent to a road, railway, shipping
lane or other traffic corridor that is in use by traffic other
experienced leading hand. than pedestrians
Person(s) Responsible for

reviewing the SWMS
Name:  Is carried out in an area at a workplace in which there is
any movement of powered mobile plant
Date SWMS Received:
How will the SWMS control SWMS control measures to be reviewed if work Is carried out in an area where there are artificial extremes
measures be reviewed? tasks/methods change or unexpected issues arise. of temperature
SWMS Review Date: Date: Signature: Is carried out in or near water or other liquid that involves a
risk of drowning
Have workers been consulted about the SWMS and signed the last page Yes Involves diving work
of this SWMS?
Involves a tunnel
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PPE REQUIRED
Hard Safety Eye Breathing Full Face Shield Hearing Hand High Protective Fall Arrest
Hats Boots Protection Protection Protection Protection Visibility Clothing System
   
Optional PPE & Safety Equipment
Fire Barricades Ventilation Erect Access Erect Warning Welding screen Welding Face Sunscreen 30+ Broad Brim Hat Sunglasses
Extinguishers Scaffolding Signs Shield
  
Note: Following are some examples of Plant & Equipment, Permits, Qualifications and Safety Data Sheets. These need to be revised.
Plant & Equipment Permits Required
Crane Prestart check of plant and record in logbook, operate as per manufacturer’s instructions. Hot Works Permit
Nail Gun Only trained and competent workers to use the nail gun Excavation Permit
Scaffold Erection by a Qualified Scaffolder Safety Harness Permit
Power Tools To be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Confined Space Permit
Generator To be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Electrical Isolation Permit
Concrete Core Drilling Permit
 Other:
Qualifications, Training & Competencies Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

All Workers General Construction Induction Card Generator Petrol
Working at Heights Training Competency Qualification/Certificate Liquid Nails
Carpenter Qualified at the appropriate level
Mobile Crane Crane operator to hold a High-Risk Work Licence at the appropriate level.

Note: Following are some examples of Legislation, Codes of Practice and References. These need to be revised.
Legislation, Codes of Practice and References
Work Health and Safety Act 2019 Safe Work Australia – Hazardous Manual Tasks Code of Practice
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2021 Safe Work Australia – Code of Practice for the Prevention of Falls in Housing Construction
Safe Work Australia – Construction Work Code of Practice
RISK MATRIX TABLE

How bad is the hazard likely to be?
If a hazard is rated Level 1 [Extreme], Level 2 [High] or Level 3 [Moderate]
Do not start work until the revised risk rating is either 4, 5 or 6
VERY LIKELY LIKELY UNLIKELY VERY UNLIKELY

WHAT DAMAGE
Could happen Could happen Could happen, but Could happen, but
COULD IT CAUSE?
anytime. sometimes. only rarely. probably never will
Death or permanent
1 1 2 3
disability.
Long-term illness or
1 2 3 4
serious injury.
Medical attention or
several days off 2 3 4 5 How to complete this safe work method statement
work. 1) Adjust all details on the front page. Ensure all proposed HRCW activities are identified, hazards
and risks are listed, and control measures are implemented.
First Aid Needed 3 4 5 6 2) Ensure this SWMS is amended taking into account all relevant matters, including circumstances
at the workplace that may affect the way in which the high risk construction work is carried out. If
the high risk construction work is carried out in connection with a construction project, then include
the relevant maters in the WHS Management Plan that has been prepared for the workplace.
3) Consult with the workers who are going to use this SWMS and make the necessary
adjustments
4) “Risk Assessment Hazard Identification” - Inspect the site, identify the hazards that may be
present and add to this SWMS
5) Job Steps- List the job steps in sequence of tasks required to carry out the work
6) Hazard Identification- List the potential hazards associated with each Job Step
Levels 1, 2 & 3 Indicates unacceptable hazard/risk that must be eliminated
7) Initial Risk- Using the “Risk Matrix Table” rate the identified risks.
Levels 4, 5 & 6 Indicates acceptable hazard/risk
8) Control Measures Implemented- Using the “Hierarchy of Control” measures list the controls you
will implement to reduce the risks to the lowest possible level
9) Revised Risk- Using the “Risk Matrix Table”, rate the level of risk once the controls have been
implemented. If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start work until better control
measures are implemented and the revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
10) Person Responsible- List the name or position of the person or persons responsible for
ensuring the controls are implemented
11) Ensure this safe work method statement is reviewed and revised if relevant control measures
are revised.

Job Steps Hazard Identification Controls Measures Implemented Person/s

Initial Revised Responsible
Break the job down into Identify any potential hazards associated Decide what control measures to use to eliminate or
Step steps. List the steps in with each step – and any related risks Risk minimise the risks. Detail the control measures in this Risk
For ensuring
No sequence of activities or that may cause harm to workers or the Rating column and enter the revised risk rating in the next column. Rating selected risk
in logical order in this public. Detail the hazards and risks in [1 – 6] Note: If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start [1- 6] controls are installed
column. this column and enter the risk rating in work until better control measures are implemented and the and maintained
the next column. revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
1 Plan the job prior to  Inadequate training, consultation 3  Review the principal contractors Site Safety Plan 5 Supervisor
arriving on site. & planning  Provide adequate & competent supervision
 Provide equipment to ensure job is completed
safely
 Suitable and Adequate Information, Training or
instruction is to be provided to a worker in a way
that is readily understandable for the person to
whom it is provided having regard to:
o the nature of the work carried out by the
worker
o the nature of the risks associated with the
work at the time of the information, training
and instruction, and
o the control measures implemented.
 Lack of competence 3  Ensure all workers are adequately trained and 5 Supervisor
competent to undertake the work All Workers
 Untrained personnel 1  All workers to have current General Construction 5 Supervisor
commencing work Induction Card All Workers
2 Entry to Site  First day on site, entry to unsafe 3  Report to site office. All workers to undertake site 5 Supervisor
areas. induction All Workers
 Accessing site via other means 3  Entry to site to be via gate directed by site 5 Supervisor
than the main gate can lead to management. All Workers
exposure to site hazards  Review site access, parking and delivery area
3 Site Inspection  If site management are unaware 3  The Supervisor is to review the site evacuation 5 Supervisor
Identify site conditions of work being carried out then Emergency Plan and consult with all workers All Workers
workers will be unaccounted for under this SWMS.
in the event of emergency  The Supervisor is to review the site evacuation
evacuation Emergency Plan and advise site management of
work activity for the day.
 Failure to follow traffic 2  Ensure Traffic management procedures 5 Supervisor
management plans can lead to developed by site management are followed All Workers
injury, damage to vehicle or

For ensuring
equipment
 Ignoring safety signs can lead to 1  Become familiar with the site safety signs and 5 Supervisor
exposure to hazards and follow all instructions (e.g., wearing of appropriate All Workers
noncompliance with site safety PPE)
 Uneven ground can cause slip 3  Check for slip and fall hazards and use 5 Supervisor
and fall injuries when moving designated areas to access work area. All Workers
tools and equipment to work
area.
 Underground or overhead power 1  Identify the location of underground or overhead 4 Supervisor
can cause electrocution power lines on site All Workers
 Underground or overhead gas 1  Identify the location of underground or overhead 5 Supervisor
lines can cause serious burns in gas lines on site All Workers
punctured
 Personal Injury 2  Ensure the provision of first-aid equipment for the 5 Supervisor
workplace and that each worker at the workplace All Workers
has access to the equipment and facilities for the
administration of first-aid.
 Identify where the first aid kit is located.
 Identify who the first aider is on site.
 Identify the location of the toilets and amenities on
site
 Each worker is required to wear the required PPE
at all times.
 MSDS for any onsite materials are to be
registered on site
 Exposure to weather conditions 2  Wear a hat 5 Supervisor
 UV Radiation when working in  Use 30+ sunblock All Workers
the sun  Eye and skin protection
 Fire 3  Identify where the fire extinguisher is located 5 Supervisor
All Workers
 Manual handling issues 2  Use correct Manual Handling techniques. 5 Supervisor
 Utilise mechanical lifting devices where possible All Workers

For ensuring
to minimise the need for manual work.
 Only lift within your capabilities. Use at least two
people to lift heavy or awkward loads when
mechanical means are not available. If load is to
heavy do not move until mechanical means are
available to assist
 Falls from working at heights 1  Workers are appropriately trained in working at 4 Supervisor
heights All Workers
 All workers to be trained in the prevention of falls
with reference to the “Code of Practice for the
Prevention of Falls in Housing Construction”
 Ensure scaffold is properly erected for work and
certified.
 Ensure fall protection measures are in place.
 Slips, trips & falls 3  Signs, barricades or secure fencing are to be 5 Supervisor
used to identify the work area. All Workers
 Site conditions must be clear, tidy and secure.
Sufficient lighting to be in place
 Risks associated with mobile 2  Plan route and work area, keep area clean & tidy, 6 Supervisor
plant monitor light levels. All Workers
 Secure when transporting.
 Use spotter when reversing and positioning
vehicles, observe site speed limit on site.
4 Power Supply  Risks associated with using 1  Ensure that power supply is protected by an RCD 5 Supervisor
portable electrical equipment, device (earth leakage/safety switch) All Workers
flexible extension leads and  All portable electrical equipment, flexible
portable power tools extension leads, and portable power tools must
be visually inspected for wear and tear before
use.
 Ensure portable electrical equipment, flexible
extension leads, portable power tools and RCD
devices are regularly tested and carry current
inspection tagged.
 Testing must be undertaken by a licensed

For ensuring
electrician or a trained competent person.
 Use lead stands where required to keep leads
elevated.
5 Site Establishment  Site specific hazard such as 3  Plan out the job with the site supervisor before 5 Supervisor
traffic, excavations, overhead commencing and ensure that suitable All Workers
work, pedestrians access/hazard control is available for the duration
of the works
 Conduct and document a “Pre-Start Risk
Assessment” prior to commencement.
 COVID-19 Safety 1  Check in every time on entry 4 Supervisor
 Check out every time on exit All Workers
 Use QR code provided.
 Practice respiratory hygiene, wear a mask in the
workplace in accordance with Department of
Health’s requirements.
 Maintain 1.5m physical distancing
 Maintain good hand hygiene, regularly wash your
hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-
based hand rub.
 Stay home when sick
 Avoid contact with High Risk People.
6 Delivery of Materials  Injury from vehicle 3  Plan space and location requirements before 6 Supervisor
 Injury unloading materials materials arrive. All Workers
 Injury stacking materials  Ensure delivery time has been pre-arranged.
 Materials blocking exits or  Driver to wear PPE
footpaths  Driver to ensure clear view is available or a
 Moving materials over long spotter is in place while moving, reversing or
distances unloading the vehicle
 Stacked materials falling  Keep materials inside site boundaries. People
must not be forced off footpaths or on to
roadways.
 Have materials delivered as close as possible to
work areas.

For ensuring
 Ensure materials are stacked safely and
appropriately braced
 Use barricades and traffic control as required
7 Unload materials or  Lifting – back injury 3  Ensure that vehicle is parked on flat even surface 5 Supervisor
equipment from  Load falling on personnel  Use proper lifting technique All Workers
vehicle  Fall From vehicle  Ensure all employees have undergone manual
 Manual handling injuries handling training
 Use mechanical assistance (Crane/Hiab)
 No personnel to stand under suspended load
 Only trained operator to use lifting equipment
 Do not exceed SWL of lifting equipment
 Use suitable lifting chains/slings that are in good
condition and are related to lift the weight
 Ensure slings are secure
 Only licenced operator to use forklift
 Be mindful of overhead hazards
8 Setting up equipment  Slips, trips & falls 2  Set up equipment on level ground. 5 Supervisor
 Crush hands, cuts  Avoid rough & difficult terrain All Workers
 Damage to feet  Use P.P.E equipment when required.
 Training in the set up of electrical leads.
 P.P.E equipment such as safety shoes
9 Unloading of house  Being struck by delivery trucks 2  Site staff to be aware of entry & set up area of 5 Supervisor
frames & trusses or crane trucks & cranes. All Workers
 Crane or lifting gear failure  Crane & truck drives to be made aware of location
of on-site personnel.
 Only necessary personnel to be in the immediate
area of the crane operation
 Ensure that there are not any personnel working
under the path of travel of the load.
 Training & use of P.P.E equipment such as hard
hats, safety vests.
 Only suitably trained or licenced personnel to
work with plant & equipment.
For ensuring
 Only licenced crane operator and dogmen to work
with crane activities.
 Crane operator to complete prestart checklist prior
to load lifting to ensure safety of the crane and its
components.
 Crane operator to have current logbooks and
maintenance records available.
 Plant & equipment to be maintained & operated
by licenced person only.
10 Placing of house  Falls & trips when carrying 2  Clear area used for access 5 Supervisor
frames to ground floor frames  Ensure site is clear of any debris, obstructions. All Workers
 Team lifting when required
 Manual Handling Injuries 2  Training in manual handling, refer to the 5 Supervisor
 Back & shoulder injuries when “Hazardous Manual Tasks Code of Practice” All Workers
standing frames  Training in manual handling, personnel to be
 Back injury & missing target trained & shown the correct procedure in using a
when using sledgehammer while sledgehammer
positioning frames  Remove any loose blocking before standing
 Crushing, hit by falling objects frames
 Fall from step ladder when  All workers to be trained in the use of portable
connecting frames ladders with reference to the “Code of Practice for
 Injury from nail guns the Prevention of Falls in Housing Construction”
 All ladders must comply with Australian Standards
 Ensure ladders are level & stable before using
 Set up the ladder at an angle of 4-1 (one out &
four up)
 Worker to keep at least 3 points of contact with
ladder
 Do not overstretch (do not stretch more than
within easy arms reach)
 Do not climb higher than the third rung from the
top
 Ladder should be firmly secured or tied off
 Do not use the top of a step ladder

For ensuring
 Access ladders must extend 1 metre past the step
off point and firmly secured or tied off
 Keep hands & limbs clear when firing guns.
 Keep hands & limbs clear when firing guns
 Only trained and competent workers are to use
nail guns
 Wear PPE - protective glasses and hearing
protection
11 Laying first floor joists  Slips, trips & falls when carrying 2  Clear work area of debris & obstructions 4 Supervisor
materials  Avoid rough terrain. All Workers
 Fall from heights  Ensure team lifting when placement of joists off a
ladder.
 Temporary handrail/perimeter rail to be erected
and checked before working at height
 All workers to be trained in the use of portable
ladders with reference to the “Code of Practice for
the Prevention of Falls in Housing Construction”
four up)
ladder
top
 Injury from nail guns 1  Keep hands & limbs clear when firing guns. 4 Supervisor
 Electrocution  Keep hands & limbs clear when firing guns All Workers
 Only trained and competent workers are to use
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For ensuring
nail guns
 Wear PPE - protective glasses and hearing
protection Ensure site personnel are clear of firing
area.
 Training in the set up of electric leads.
 Test & tagging of all power equipment
 RCD to be used on all power tools and leads
 Do not connect extension leads together
 Elevate electrical leads using non-conductive
hooks or stands at a height of 2 metres
 Keep all leads out of walkways and away from
water
 Cuts from power saws when 2  Training in the use of power saw 5 Supervisor
cutting joists  Keep hands and limbs clear of blade All Workers
 Damage to feet  Make sure all tools are appropriately guarded and
used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions
 Ensure maintenance checks have been carried
out on power tools
 Adequate footwear to be worn
12 Laying of upper floor  Slips & trips when carrying floor 2  Ensure access & loading area is clear of debris 5 Supervisor
sheet flooring to loading position and hazards underfoot. All Workers
 Full size particleboard sheets must be carried by
 Hit by sheet flooring two persons.
 Ensure correct lifting & carrying techniques are
 Manual Handling used at all times.
 Training in manual handling, refer to the
 Back injury’s “Hazardous Manual Tasks Code of Practice”
 Training in general lifting & carrying.
 Ensure team lifting
 Falls from heights 1  Erect temporary handrail 4 Supervisor
 Erect temporary work platform All Workers
 Lay floor sheeting from one corner working off
For ensuring
work platform.
four up)
ladder
top
 All workers to be trained in the falling from heights
 Electrocution 1  Training in the use of power tools & running of 4 Supervisor
leads All Workers
 Training in the setup of electric leads.
 RCD to be used on all power tools and leads
 Do not connect extension leads together
 Elevate electrical leads using non-conductive
hooks or stands at a height of 2 metres
 Keep all leads out of walkways and away from
water
 Damage to eyes, hands & fumes 3  Use P.P.E equipment safety glasses, gloves 5 Supervisor
from glues (long term illness) when necessary. All Workers
 Training in the use of hazardous substances.
For ensuring
 Read and have on site the relevant Material
Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
13 Lifting of house  Being struck by delivery trucks 2  Site staff to be aware of entry & set up area of 5 Supervisor
frames to the or crane trucks & cranes. All Workers
upper/first floor  Crane or lifting gear failure  Crane & truck drives to be made aware of location
 Floor frame collapse when of on-site personnel.
loading wall frames  Only necessary personnel to be in the immediate
hats, safety vests.
components.
 Make sure that any locations designated for the
landing of wall frames will not overload the floor
frame
 Check that all bracing is adequate for the
temporary stacking of wall frames
14 Installation of upper  Slips, trips, falls when accessing 1  Ensure fall protection at floor perimeter & stair 4 Supervisor
floor wall frames upper floor area void is in place & all ground floor temporary All Workers
bracing is adequate.
 Secure the access ladder to the first floor
ensuring that ladders are secured. Access ladders
must extend 1 metre past the step off point and

For ensuring
firmly secured or tied off
four up)
ladder
top
 Crushing, falling objects, cuts 2  Ensure frames will not slide or fall when straps 5 Supervisor
from straps are cut. (Use tin snips of strap cutters) All Workers
 Slips, trips, sprains & strains  Straps should be cut so that they are prevented
when lifting upper floor frames from striking the body.
 Place in waste enclosure immediately.
 Asses the path (clear rubble debris)
 Adjust edge protection to provide sufficient access
to allow frames to be passed up to the floor deck.
 Assess the weight of frames. If frames are too
heavy for manual handling, deploy mechanical
means of lifting (e.g., crane).
 If frames can be safely handled manually,
persons handling the frames should lift frames
using correct lifting techniques.
 Frames should be carried by the studs so that the
frames will be in the correct position (plates at top
& bottom) when placed against the side of the
house.

For ensuring
 Hand frames up to persons above on upper floor
level.
 Falls from heights 1  Training in working from heights. 4 Supervisor
 Training in use of portable ladders. All Workers
 Persons on top desk must stay back from edge as
those on ground lift & tilt frames towards them.
 Persons on the upper floor level must hold the top
section of the frames, pull them back towards the
centre of the upper floor & lay them flat.
 Ensure floor is swept of sawdust & clear of waste
materials to access area.
 Ensure handrails system is in place
 All workers to be trained in the falling from heights
 Manual Handling 2  Training in manual handling, refer to the 5 Supervisor
“Hazardous Manual Tasks Code of Practice” All Workers
 Training in general lifting & carrying.
 Ensure team lifting
 Falls, slips, sprains, strains 2  Ensure upper floor deck is clear of waste 5 Supervisor
materials. All Workers
 Frames over balancing & hitting 1  Allocate one person to attend to the temporary 4 Supervisor
persons braces, which should be ready before standing All Workers
commences.
 Fit sufficient temporary bracing to hold the frame
stable & secure.
 Leaning on unsecured frames 1  All straps, connectors & nailing to top plates must 4 Supervisor
and falling be carried out using stepladders, (or similar) that All Workers
are self-supporting and not lent against an
unsecured frame.
 Injury from nail gun 1  Training in the use of nail gun. 4 Supervisor
 Keep hands & limbs clear when firing. All Workers
 Ensure site personnel are clear of firing area.

For ensuring
15 Lifting of house  Being struck by delivery trucks 2  Site staff to be aware of entry & set up area of 5 Supervisor
trusses to the first floor or crane trucks & cranes. All Workers
 Crane or lifting gear failure  Crane & truck drives to be made aware of location
 Frame collapse when loading of on-site personnel.
roof trusses  Only necessary personnel to be in the immediate
hats, safety vests.
components.
 Make sure that any locations designated for the
landing of trusses will not overload the wall
frames
temporary stacking of roof trusses
 The trusses must be laid flat and suitably
supported prior to erection
 Where trusses cannot be self-supporting, use
temporary props or internal walls for support
 The person erecting trusses must ensure that all
wall frames are adequately braced to withstand
loads during construction.

For ensuring
16 Roof truss installation  Frames falling over when 1  Ensure all framing sections, nail plates, strapping 4 Supervisor
loading trusses are nailed off before loading roof. All Workers
 Check that all temporary bracing is adequate, as
well as additional bracing needed for temporary
stacking of trusses.
 Stand clear of trusses being loaded
 Manual handling injury 2  If trusses are too heavy for manual handling use 5 Supervisor
mechanical means of lifting (i.e., crane) All Workers
 Use correct lifting technique
 Training in manual handling, refer to the
“Hazardous Manual Tasks Code of Practice”
 The trusses are to be placed on the top plates in
the order that minimises the amount of manual
handling.
 Hit by falling objects 1  External scaffolding is to be erected before 4 Supervisor
accessing roof on external walls. All Workers
 No one is to walk top plates or trusses.
 Trusses should be stockpiled by crane onto the
top plates, which have been additionally braced to
carry the extra temporary load. Work should be
planned so that trusses are arranged in sequence
to minimise handling during truss standing.
 Hit by materials when being 1  Only licensed personnel to work plant & 4 Supervisor
lifted by crane. equipment All Workers
 Crane failure.  Only necessary personnel to be in the immediate

For ensuring
components.
 Trained dogman to assist crane operator to
position trusses
 P.P.E. equipment, such as hard hats, to be worn
when working below or under crane
hats, safety vests.
 Falls, slips, trips, sprains &  Ensure the first truss is securely braced straight 4 Supervisor
strains and structural collapse and plumb. (Working from a ladder and or All Workers
scaffold)
 Ensure correct lifting techniques.
 Ensure working conditions are safe (i.e., wet
weather & excessive wind)
 Install all ties, noggings, trimming, & tie downs to
secure trusses.
 Falls through stair voids 1  Installation of stair void cover to be in place before 4 Supervisor
access or working above All Workers
 Cuts, crush hands 3  Training in manual handling & the use of P.P.E 5 Supervisor
equipment when required. All Workers
 Electrocution 1  Training in the set up of electric leads 4 Supervisor
 Test & tagging of all power equipment All Workers
 Cuts & abrasions from the use of 2  Training in the use of drop & circular saws 5 Supervisor
power tools All Workers
 Falls, cuts, back injuries from 2  Remove work platforms in the reverse order that 5 Supervisor
removing work platforms & they were erected, working from stepladders from All Workers
unused bracing the floor below.
 Damage to eyes, ears 2  Training in the use of P.P.E eye and ear 4 Supervisor
protection. All Workers

For ensuring
 Frames falling over when 1  Ensure that any locations designated for the 4 Supervisor
loading roof trusses. landing of trusses will not overload the wall All Workers
frames.
temporary stacking of roof trusses
 Fall from heights 1  All workers to be trained in the falling from heights 4 Supervisor
with reference to the “Code of Practice for the All Workers
 Under no circumstances should any person walk
on the external top plate until the perimeter
scaffolding is erected.
 Under no circumstances should any person walk
within 1.5m of the external top plate until the
perimeter scaffolding is erected.
 When working near window penetrations and
balconies, ensure all open gaps and penetrations
from which a person can fall are protected. Use
any of the following methods:
o first floor edge protection system
o timber railings installed at point of manufacture
o temporary stud installed by person erecting
roof trusses
o guard railing system, or
o full perimeter scaffold.
 If the person erecting trusses is to walk or work
from the bottom chords of the trusses, the
following conditions should be applied:
o trusses are adequately braced to stabilise the
structure
o bracing must be at a maximum of 3000mm
apart if the bottom chord is used to support the
person erecting trusses
o only a competent trained person is to work at
heights

For ensuring
o suitable footwear that provides good foothold
is to be worn
o a nominated competent person from the truss
erection team is to oversee the work
o a competent person or the truss
manufacturer/supplier has provided the
necessary detail and
o instructions, including advice in regard to
installers standing on the bottom chord, and
o the bottom chord is visually checked by a
nominated competent person for defects that
may compromise the material’s structural
integrity (i.e. knots, splits, cracks and rotting
timber) before walking on it. If a defect is
found, rectification details should be obtained
from the truss manufacturer and the person
with control must be notified.
 Truss frames falling over while 1  Placement of structural grade or aluminium planks 4 Supervisor
standing trusses adequately supported across their spans to be All Workers
used to transport trusses into position.
 Ensure first truss is adequately braced before
erecting the next truss.
 Ensure when transporting trusses across roof
area that contact is maintained with the truss at all
times.
 Do not lift trusses over others which have been
erected.
 Always work from one end, standing main truss
first and working within each truss as it is being
erected.
 When fixing or moving trusses to outside plates,
all work to be undertaken from scaffold.
 If scaffold cannot be placed, then trestle and
planks or industrial ladders may be used for this

For ensuring
procedure.
17 Clean up & leave site  Inhale dust when sweeping 3  Training & use of P.P.E equipment safety glasses 5 Supervisor
 Eye damage & dust masks All Workers
 Hit by on-site vehicles, plant & 2  Ensure work vehicle is in a clear area when 5 Supervisor
equipment loading tools & equipment All Workers
 Cuts, slips, trips when loading 3  “D” nail unused materials 5 Supervisor
waste materials into bins  Ensure clear access to waste bin All Workers
 Avoid rough terrain.

CONSULTATION & SIGN OFF

Declaration by Workers:
1. I have been consulted with and have assisted in the development of this Safe Work Method Statement.
2. I have been given the opportunity to comment on the content of this Safe Work Method Statement.
3. I have read and understand how I am to carry out the job steps listed, and will abide by the control measures outlined in this Safe Work Method Statement.
4. I have been supplied with the personal protective equipment identified in this SWMS and I have been given training in the safe use of this equipment.
5. I have read and understand the requirements set out in the mateial safety data sheets for the hazardous substances identified in this Work Method Statement.
6. I will ensure that this safe work method statement is reviewed and revised if relevant control measures are revised.
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SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT

Description of work activity: CARPENTER INSTALL FRAMES AND ROOF TRUSSES

 Involves structural alterations or repairs that require

Date works are to be performed: Involves the use of explosives

Works Manager: Is carried out on or near pressurised gas distribution mains

Contact Phone: Is carried out on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines

Person(s) Responsible for

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