Product Overview

This CCTV Installation and Electronic Security Systems SWMS is a comprehensive Safe Work Method Statement designed to identify hazards and implement effective controls for installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities. It provides end-to-end coverage of multiple tasks involved in CCTV, alarm, and electronic security work to support WHS compliance and safe management of High Risk Construction Work.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes specific risk controls for:

• Installing CCTV cameras on internal and external building surfaces, including managing work at height and ladder use
• End-to-end CCTV system installation and maintenance, including cabling, terminations, and equipment servicing
• Installation of alarm bells, sounders, and strobes, including noise exposure and electrical safety controls
• Installation and commissioning of electronic security systems, including control panels, keypads, and access control devices
• Mounting and aligning CCTV cameras to ensure secure fixing, correct field of view, and safe use of power tools
• Installing elevator and lift car cameras, including confined area access, isolation, and coordination with lift technicians
• Installation of passive infrared (PIR) sensors and detectors, including correct positioning and safe cable routing
• Configuration and setup of system monitoring, network connections, and remote access equipment
• Testing and commissioning of alarm systems, including safe simulation of alarm conditions and verification of signalling
• Working with security alarms, including isolation, lock-out/tag-out, and prevention of inadvertent activation
• Management of low-voltage electrical risks associated with power supplies, adaptors, and connection to mains outlets
• Use of hand and power tools for drilling, fixing, and mounting devices on walls, ceilings, and building fabric
• Manual handling of ladders, cable drums, control panels, and equipment to minimise strain and crush injuries

Who is this for?

This SWMS is designed for security technicians, CCTV installers, electricians, data and communications contractors, and site supervisors overseeing electronic security and alarm installation works.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Legislation & References

This document was researched and developed to align with:

• Managing Electrical Risks in the Workplace Code of Practice: Guidance on identifying and controlling electrical hazards during installation and maintenance
• Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Requirements for safe work at height when installing cameras, sensors, and cabling
• How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice: Framework for hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementation of controls
• Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work Code of Practice: Controls for exposure to loud alarm bells, sirens, and power tools
• Manual Tasks Code of Practice: Guidance on reducing risks from lifting, carrying, and handling security equipment and materials
• Safe Work Australia – Guide for Working in the Vicinity of Overhead and Underground Electrical Lines: Considerations where cabling and equipment are installed near electrical infrastructure
• AS/NZS 3000:2018 Electrical Installations (Wiring Rules): Requirements relevant to connection of electronic security systems to electrical installations
• AS 2201 series – Intruder Alarm Systems: Industry standards for design, installation, and commissioning of intruder alarm systems (as applicable)
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011
• Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017