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Asbestos & Hazardous Materials SWMS Templates

SWMS for work involving or likely to disturb asbestos, lead paint, or other hazardous materials requiring specialist removal procedures.

Non-Friable Asbestos Removal

Safe Work Method Statement for the removal of non-friable (bonded) asbestos-containing materials (ACM) such as fibro sheeting, asbestos cement roofing, vinyl floor tiles and textured coatings. Applies to licensed or unlicensed removal work in accordance with WHS Regulations.

5 tasks8 risks identified5 PPE items

Friable Asbestos Removal

Safe Work Method Statement for the removal of friable asbestos-containing materials (ACM) by a licensed Class A asbestos removalist, in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Regulations and the Safe Work Australia Code of Practice.

5 tasks7 risks identified5 PPE items

Lead Paint Removal

Safe Work Method Statement for the removal of lead-based paint from building surfaces using abrasive methods, chemical stripping, and heat methods, in compliance with Australian WHS regulations and Safe Work Australia guidance.

5 tasks5 risks identified5 PPE items

Contaminated Soil Handling

Safe Work Method Statement for the excavation, handling, classification, and removal of contaminated soils on brownfield and remediation sites, in accordance with Australian environmental and WHS requirements.

5 tasks6 risks identified6 PPE items

Asbestos Encapsulation

Safe Work Method Statement for the encapsulation of non-friable asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in situ, using penetrating sealants, bridging sealants, or enclosing materials to prevent fibre release without full removal.

5 tasks6 risks identified6 PPE items

Silica Dust Management

Safe Work Method Statement for managing respirable crystalline silica (RCS) exposure during construction activities including engineered stone benchtop fabrication, masonry cutting, concrete grinding, and tunnelling operations.

5 tasks6 risks identified6 PPE items