Free SWMS Templates
Professionally written Safe Work Method Statement templates for Australian high-risk construction work. Free to download as PDF or Excel.
Working at Heights
6 templates
SWMS for tasks involving a risk of falling more than 2 metres, including scaffolding, roof access, EWP operations and structural steel erection.
Demolition
6 templates
SWMS for demolition work including manual strip-outs, mechanical demolition and structural demolition that affects the physical integrity of a structure.
Asbestos & Hazardous Materials
6 templates
SWMS for work involving or likely to disturb asbestos, lead paint, or other hazardous materials requiring specialist removal procedures.
Excavation & Earthworks
6 templates
SWMS for excavation work including trenching, pier drilling, road works and earthmoving operations deeper than 1.5 metres.
Crane, Lifting & Rigging
6 templates
SWMS for crane operations, rigging, slinging and all lifting activities involving powered mobile plant or mechanical lifting equipment.
Electrical Work
6 templates
SWMS for work on or adjacent to energised electrical installations, including new installations, switchboard work, solar PV and underground cable.
Confined Spaces
6 templates
SWMS for work in confined spaces including tanks, vessels, sewers, underground chambers and any space with restricted access and egress.
Structural & Formwork
6 templates
SWMS for structural work including timber framing, formwork erection, tilt-up panels and precast concrete installation.
Plumbing & Gas
6 templates
SWMS for plumbing, gas fitting and roof plumbing work including hot water systems, stormwater drainage and gas installations.
Welding & Hot Work
6 templates
SWMS for welding, cutting, grinding and other hot work activities that introduce an ignition source and associated fire and fume risks.
Concrete, Masonry & Roofing
6 templates
SWMS for concrete pouring and finishing, concrete cutting, bricklaying, blockwork, and metal and tile roof installation.
General Construction
6 templates
SWMS for general construction trades including painting, flooring, tiling, insulation, HVAC installation and carpentry fit-out.
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