SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT
Description of work activity:
Name:
Principal Contractor (PC)
Work Location
Site Address:
Date works are to be performed:
Works Manager:
Contact Phone:
Date SWMS Provided to PC:
Person Responsible for ensuring
compliance with SWMS
What measures are in place to
ensure compliance with the
SWMS
Person(s) Responsible for
reviewing the SWMS
How will the SWMS control
measures be reviewed?
SWMS Review Date:
Have workers been consulted about the SWMS and signed the last page
of this SWMS?
RENDERING – Cement Render and White Set Render
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
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
Is carried out in or near a shaft or trench with an excavated
depth greater than 1.5m, or a tunnel
Involves the use of explosives
Is carried out on or near pressurised gas distribution mains
or piping
Is carried out on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
 Is carried out on or near energised electrical installations or
services
Name: Is carried out in an area that may have a contaminated or
Date SWMS Received: flammable atmosphere
WHS policies and procedures, general and workplace Involves tilt-up or precast concrete
induction training, toolbox meetings, SWMS provided to and
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
Name: Is carried out in an area at a workplace in which there is
Date SWMS Received: any movement of powered mobile plant
SWMS control measures to be reviewed if work Is carried out in an area where there are artificial extremes
tasks/methods change or unexpected issues arise. of temperature
Date: Signature: Is carried out in or near water or other liquid that involves a
risk of drowning
Yes Involves diving work
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

     
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
Cement Mixer To be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Hot Works Permit
Scaffold Erection by a Qualified Scaffolder Excavation Permit
Forklift Prestart check of plant and record in logbook, operate as per manufacturer’s instructions. Safety Harness Permit
Power Tools To be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Confined Space Permit
Electrical Isolation Permit
Concrete Core Drilling Permit
 Other:

Qualifications, Training & Competencies Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

All Workers General Construction Induction Card Cement
Working at Heights Training Competency Qualification/Certificate Bycol
Scaffold Scaffolder to be qualified to the appropriate level. Lime
Forklift Only licenced operator to use forklift Mixer Fuel/Petrol

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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 Code of Practice Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2021
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
serious injury.
Medical attention or
several days off
work.
First Aid Needed
Levels 1, 2 & 3 Indicates unacceptable hazard/risk that must be eliminated
Levels 4, 5 & 6 Indicates acceptable hazard/risk
1 2
2 3
3 4
3 4
4 5
5 6
How to complete this safe work method statement
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.
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
7) Initial Risk- Using the “Risk Matrix Table” rate the identified risks.
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.

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Job Steps Hazard Identification
Break the job down into Identify any potential hazards associated
Step steps. List the steps in with each step – and any related risks
No sequence of activities or that may cause harm to workers or the
in logical order in this public. Detail the hazards and risks in
column. this column and enter the risk rating in
the next column.
1 Plan the job prior to  Inadequate training, consultation
arriving on site. & planning
 Lack of competence
 Untrained personnel
commencing work
2 Entry to Site  First day on site, entry to unsafe
areas.
 Accessing site via other means
than the main gate can lead to
exposure to site hazards
3 Site Inspection  If site management are unaware
Identify site conditions of work being carried out then
workers will be unaccounted for
in the event of emergency
evacuation
 Failure to follow traffic
management plans can lead to
damage to vehicle or equipment
 Ignoring safety signs can lead to
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Controls Measures Implemented Person/s
Initial Revised Responsible
Decide what control measures to use to eliminate or
Risk minimise the risks. Detail the control measures in this Risk
For ensuring
Rating column and enter the revised risk rating in the next column. Rating selected risk
[1 – 6] Note: If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start [1- 6] controls are installed
work until better control measures are implemented and the and maintained
revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
3  Review the principal contractors Site Safety Plan 5 Supervisor
 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.
3  Ensure all workers are adequately trained and 5 Supervisor
competent to undertake the work All Workers
1  All workers to have current General Construction 5 Supervisor
Induction Card All Workers
3  Report to site office. All workers to undertake site 5 Supervisor
induction All Workers
3  Entry to site to be via gate directed by site 5 Supervisor
management. All Workers
 Review site access, parking and delivery area
3  The Supervisor is to review the site evacuation 5 Supervisor
Emergency Plan and consult with all workers All Workers
under this SWMS.
 The Supervisor is to review the site evacuation
Emergency Plan and advise site management of
work activity for the day.
2  Ensure Traffic management procedures 5 Supervisor
developed by site management are followed All Workers
1  Become familiar with the site safety signs and 5 Supervisor
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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.
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
 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
to minimise the need for manual work.
 Only lift within your capabilities. Use at least two

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Job Steps Hazard Identification
Break the job down into Identify any potential hazards associated
Step steps. List the steps in with each step – and any related risks
No sequence of activities or that may cause harm to workers or the
in logical order in this public. Detail the hazards and risks in
column. this column and enter the risk rating in
the next column.
 Falls from working at heights
 Slips, trips & falls
 Risks associated with mobile
plant
4 Power Supply  Risks associated with using
power supply, portable electrical
equipment, flexible extension
leads and portable power tools
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Initial Revised Responsible
Decide what control measures to use to eliminate or
Risk minimise the risks. Detail the control measures in this Risk
For ensuring
Rating column and enter the revised risk rating in the next column. Rating selected risk
[1 – 6] Note: If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start [1- 6] controls are installed
work until better control measures are implemented and the and maintained
revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
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
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.
3  Signs, barricades or secure fencing are to be 5 Supervisor
used to identify the work area. All Workers
 Site conditions must be clean, tidy and secure
before starting.
 Sufficient lighting to be in place
2  Plan route and work area, keep area clean & tidy, 5 Supervisor
monitor light levels. All Workers
 Secure when transporting.
 Use spotter when reversing and positioning
vehicles, observe site speed limit on site.
1  Ensure that power supply is protected by an RCD 5 Supervisor
device (earth leakage/safety switch) All Workers
 All portable electrical equipment, flexible
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
electrician or a trained competent person.
 Use lead stands where required to keep leads
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Job Steps Hazard Identification
Break the job down into Identify any potential hazards associated
Step steps. List the steps in with each step – and any related risks
No sequence of activities or that may cause harm to workers or the
in logical order in this public. Detail the hazards and risks in
column. this column and enter the risk rating in
the next column.
5 Site Establishment  Site specific hazard such as
traffic, excavations, overhead
work, pedestrians
 COVID-19 Safety
6 Delivery of Materials  Injury from vehicle
 Injury unloading materials
 Injury stacking materials
 Materials blocking exits or
footpaths
 Moving materials over long
distances
 Stacked materials falling
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Controls Measures Implemented Person/s
Initial Revised Responsible
Decide what control measures to use to eliminate or
Risk minimise the risks. Detail the control measures in this Risk
For ensuring
Rating column and enter the revised risk rating in the next column. Rating selected risk
[1 – 6] Note: If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start [1- 6] controls are installed
work until better control measures are implemented and the and maintained
revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
elevated.
3  Plan out the job with the site supervisor before 5 Supervisor
commencing and ensure that suitable All Workers
access/hazard control is available for the duration
of the works
 Conduct and document a “Pre-Start Risk
Assessment” prior to commencement.
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.
3  Plan space and location requirements before 6 Supervisor
materials arrive. All Workers
 Ensure delivery time has been pre-arranged.
 Driver to wear PPE
 Driver to ensure clear view is available or a
spotter is in place while moving, reversing or
unloading the vehicle
 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.
 Ensure materials are stacked safely and
appropriately braced
 Use barricades and traffic control as required
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Job Steps Hazard Identification
Break the job down into Identify any potential hazards associated
Step steps. List the steps in with each step – and any related risks
No sequence of activities or that may cause harm to workers or the
in logical order in this public. Detail the hazards and risks in
column. this column and enter the risk rating in
the next column.
7 Unload materials or  Lifting – back injury
equipment from  Load falling on personnel
vehicle  Fall From vehicle
 Manual handling injuries
8 Wall preparation for  Slips, trips and falls
placement of render  Threat to respiratory conditions
when using power based
products
 Eye damage from cutting and
grinding
 Breathing issues from cutting or
grinding from dust
 Hand, eye and ear injuries.
 Excessive Noise.
9 Set up cement mixer  Back injuries.
 Noise
 Mixer may tip over.
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Controls Measures Implemented Person/s
Initial Revised Responsible
Decide what control measures to use to eliminate or
Risk minimise the risks. Detail the control measures in this Risk
For ensuring
Rating column and enter the revised risk rating in the next column. Rating selected risk
[1 – 6] Note: If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start [1- 6] controls are installed
work until better control measures are implemented and the and maintained
revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
3  Ensure that vehicle is parked on flat even surface 5 Supervisor
 Use proper lifting technique All Workers
 Ensure all employees have undergone manual
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
2  Keep workface organised and clean 5 Supervisor
 Appropriate PPE to be worn All Workers
2  Appropriate PPE to be worn 5 Supervisor
 Wear goggles or protective eye wear when cutting All Workers
or grinding
 Use the correct face masks
 Avoid dry cutting
 Only trained persons are to operate the grinder
with the use of goggles and earmuffs.
 Grinder (and guard) to be inspected at least
weekly.
 Dust mask to be worn whilst operating grinder.
 Hearing protection to be worn whilst operating
grinder.
 Eye protection to be worn whilst operating grinder
 Grinder to be isolated from work area where
possible.
2  At least two persons to be used when moving 5 Supervisor
mixer. All Workers
 Locate mixer close to area that wall is to be
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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.
 Body Strains. constructed.
 Earmuffs to be worn whilst operating mixer.
 Mixer to be isolated from work area where
possible.
 Set up mixer stably and correct first time
 Check daily
 Use correct posture
 Electrocution in wet areas. 1  Identify wet areas and tie or suspend power leads 4 Supervisor
in safe manner All Workers
 Power leads to be tested and tagged.
 Mixer to be tested and tagged.
 Equipment poorly maintained or 2  Mixers are to be well maintained and serviceable. 6 Supervisor
positioned Check that: All Workers
o Guard rails are fitted around pulley belts
o Electric mixers have good leads, current
test tags, use an RCD and are off the
ground.
o Petrol driven mixers are tuned and only
operate outside
10 Position cement and  Back Injuries. 2  Use mechanical lifting device to unload mixer, 5 Supervisor
other materials.  Falling materials cement pallets from delivery truck. All Workers
 Structural collapse of scaffold.  Cement and sand to be located as close as
possible to work site.
 All staff to be trained in correct manual handling
techniques. Team lifting to be used for any items
above 20kg.
 Wheelbarrow and hoist to be used to move
materials around site.
 Maximum 20kg bags to be used. All bags to be
moved via a wheelbarrow.
 Use a hoist when raising materials
11 Set up materials,  Body Strains 2  Use correct posture 5 Supervisor
cement, lime, sand,  Eye injury from cement  Appropriate PPE to be worn and staff familiarised All Workers
dust/sand. with relevant MSDS.
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Job Steps Hazard Identification
Break the job down into Identify any potential hazards associated
Step steps. List the steps in with each step – and any related risks
No sequence of activities or that may cause harm to workers or the
in logical order in this public. Detail the hazards and risks in
column. this column and enter the risk rating in
the next column.
 Skin damage/burns from
exposure to cement & lime.
12 Mixing of render with  Eye splash from cement mix.
electric cement mixer.  Skin damage/burns from
exposure to cement & lime.
 Electrocution.
 Potential product dust opening
product bags
 Potential skin irritation
Controls Measures Implemented Person/s
Initial Revised Responsible
Decide what control measures to use to eliminate or
Risk minimise the risks. Detail the control measures in this Risk
For ensuring
Rating column and enter the revised risk rating in the next column. Rating selected risk
[1 – 6] Note: If the revised risk rating is still 1, 2 or 3 do not start [1- 6] controls are installed
work until better control measures are implemented and the and maintained
revised risk rating is 4, 5 or 6.
 Use gloves, cream and wash regularly
 Keep materials well covered and dry
1  Appropriate PPE to be worn 4 Supervisor
 Use protective eyewear All Workers
 Use gloves, cream and wash regularly
 All power leads to be tied or suspended off the
ground
2  Control the dry flow rate when using dry powder 5 Supervisor
 Do not use in windy conditions All Workers
 Appropriate PPE to be worn

 Back strain 2  Use correct shovelling and twisting back motion 5 Supervisor
 Muscle injury  Use correct lifting techniques All Workers
 Use correct manual handling techniques
 Do not lift loads over 20kg
 Dust inhalation 3  Eye protection and dust masks to be worn whilst 5 Supervisor
 Eye injury opening cement bags and mixing cement All Workers
13 Mixing by hand  Eye splash from cement mix. 1  Appropriate PPE to be worn 4 Supervisor
 Skin damage/burns from  Use protective eyewear All Workers
exposure to cement & lime.  Use gloves, cream and wash regularly

 Potential product dust opening 2  Control the dry flow rate when using dry powder 5 Supervisor
product bags  Do not use in windy conditions All Workers
 Potential skin irritation  Appropriate PPE to be worn

 Back strain 2  Use correct shovelling and twisting back motion 5 Supervisor
 Muscle injury  Use correct lifting techniques All Workers
 Use correct manual handling techniques
 Do not lift loads over 20kg
14 Use wheelbarrow to  Body strains. 2  Use correct posture 5 Supervisor
transport render to  Unfamiliarity with work site.  Be aware of all dangers associated with working All Workers
work area.  Collision with other plant on scaffold
vehicles.  Use gloves, cream and wash regularly
 Trip or fall over wheelbarrow.  Use protective eyewear and hard hat
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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.
 Stay alert and act responsibly
15 Apply render to wall.  Body strains. 2  Ensure access area kept clear at all times 5 Supervisor
 Falls from scaffold.  Use correct posture All Workers
 Collapse of scaffold.
 Skin damage/burns from
exposure to cement & lime.
 Falling material or equipment
 Falling from heights. 1  For fall heights less than 2m use fully decked 4 Supervisor
heavy duty frame trestle scaffolds with bay All Workers
lengths of 1.8m or less.
 For fall heights greater than 2m use heavy duty
modular scaffolds with brick guards.
 Access scaffold platforms by ladder or stair
towers
 Overhand work is not to take place unless
adequate scaffolding is erected on both sides of
the wall.
 Eye Injuries 2  Use correct PPE 5
 Back injuries.  Use eye protection
 Do not over stretch when applying render
16 Erection of scaffold  Back injuries. 1  Scaffold over 4m to be erected by a certified 4 Supervisor
(if required).  Fall from heights. scaffolder. No alterations except by a certified All Workers
 Scaffold collapse. scaffolder. Handover certificate to be obtained
 Falling materials from scaffolder prior to use.
 Ensure working deck is planked 5 wide and
maximum safe working load is to be observed at
all times.
 Brick guard rail is to be in place on all working
platforms.
 Gap between building and scaffold to be no
greater than 225mm.
 Do not load platforms with more 400 kg per bay
17 Erection of Hoist  Hoist failure 2  Hoist handover certificate to be issued on 5 Supervisor
(if required). erection. All Workers

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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.
 Ensure only ticketed/log book operators to use
hoist.
 The hoists SWL is to be clearly displayed at all
times.
 Hoist to be maintained as per manufacturer’s
requirements.
18 Using Power tools.  Electrocution. 1  All power tool leads to be checked and tagged. 4 Supervisor
 Power leads to be suspended in the air to prevent All Workers
damage.
 Eye injuries. 3  Goggles to be worn when operating power tools. 5 Supervisor
All Workers
19 Working with  Burns, blindness and illness. 2  Appropriate PPE to be worn and staff familiarised 4 Supervisor
hazardous with relevant MSDS. All Workers
substances.
20 Work site clean-up.  Back injuries. 3  A wheelbarrow will be used to remove debris. 5 Supervisor
 Trips, Falls on debris.  Use correct manual handling techniques All Workers
 Site clean-up will be undertaken daily to prevent
debris build-up.
 Ensure access area kept clear at all times
 Place all off cuts and rubbish in bins provided

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 SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT

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.

NAME OCCUPATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SIGNATURE DATE SIGNATURE REVISED SIGNATURE REVISED SIGNATURE REVISED
DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES DATE DATE DATE

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