Safe & Happy Holidays from SafetyDocs!
Our team are on holiday from 5pm Fri 22nd Dec until 8:30am Tues 2nd Jan (AEST). Our store remains open 24/7 for instant product downloads.

Write Your Safe Work Method Statement Using the Guidelines Outlined

Accordion image
1

Personal Protective Equipment

Outline in detail any PPE required for task.

2

References

Explain the scope and the limitations of the Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) example.

3

Specifics

Provide detailed outline of the following:

  • Formal training, licenses required for workers undertaking this task
  • Duties of workers undertaking this task
  • Details of supervisory arrangements for workers undertaking this task
  • Details of regulatory permits/licenses, Engineering details/certificates/WorkCover approvals
  • Plant/Tools/Equipment
  • Required SWMS training
  • Maintenance details for plant/equipment used on job
4

Planning

Include a description of potential hazards and information that can be used to make safe decisions before the task begins. It includes topics such as: site assessments, correct equipment choices, time and resource planning, obtaining information from qualified persons (engineers, electricians, carpentry business), obtaining permits, notifying authorities, etc.

5

Preparation

Provide more site-specific information. Whilst the planning section looks at the bigger picture, the preparation section focuses on what is needed locally at the time.

6

Pre-Operational Inspection

Includes checks that all equipment intended to be used is in a safe condition. Include machinery, tools, lifting equipment and associated slings, or other such necessary items.

7

Operation

Outline the task in sequence. All risks should be identified to be a good example of a safe work method statement.

8

Maintenance

Highlight maintenance regimes or inspection requirements where they are legislated (such as tanks, silos, cranes etc). Ensure reference is made to Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures and manufacturer's instructions.

9

Emergency Procedures

Highlight essential emergency information. This can include specific first-aid procedures if relevant.

Category promo image

Don't want to write your own?

That's what we're here for! Browse our extensive library of pre-populated, content rich SWMS templates, dedicated to your industry.

Who Is SafetyDocs?

Founded in 2004, SafetyDocs by SafetyCulture is one of Australia’s leading providers of Occupational Health and Safety Documents.

After witnessing the tragedy of workplace incidents as a private investigator, our founder, Luke Anear, created SafetyDocs by SafetyCulture to become one of Australia’s largest providers of workplace health and safety documentation. As the company and technology developed, Luke then recruited a team to help develop a mobile solution for safety in the workplace - iAuditor.

Over 35,000 Australian & New Zealand businesses have relied on SafetyDocs by SafetyCulture for their safety document needs. Our safety solutions assist you with legislative compliance, meeting tender requirements and the needs of your clients. With our content-rich documents designed to save your business the time, money and resources of producing them yourself.

Block image

Why Choose Us?

Instant Downloads

All products delivered by email for your convenience. Simply add to cart, purchase and immediately receive your documents ready for use.

Add your Logo

Brand with your logo and colours. All documents are fully editable to suit your business needs.

2024 Compliant

All documents conform with current legislation and industry codes. Free OHS & Environmental reference list with every purchase.