Ladders and Step Platforms SWMS
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Product Overview
This Ladders and Step Platforms Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is developed to help workplaces identify, control, and minimise the risks associated with working from ladders, step platforms, and related access systems. It is a comprehensive document that covers multiple aspects of ladder selection, set-up, use, and associated access methods to support WHS compliance and safer management of High Risk Construction Work.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Safe ascending and descending of ladders, step platforms, and temporary access systems
- Selection, inspection, and maintenance of ladders, step platforms, and associated access equipment
- Installation of fixed and temporary ladder accesses to roofs, platforms, and work areas
- Installation and use of walk pads to provide safer access and reduce slip, trip, and fall risks
- Safe climbing techniques to maintain three points of contact and prevent overreaching
- Use of ladders, ramps, and walkways for access and egress between levels on construction sites
- Use of ropes and climbing equipment where necessary to secure tools, materials, or provide additional fall protection
- Climbing over or near fences, walls, and similar barriers while maintaining safe access and edge protection
- Risk controls for working near edges, penetrations, and fragile surfaces when using ladders and step platforms
- Manual handling of ladders and step platforms, including safe lifting, carrying, and positioning
- Segregation of work areas from pedestrians, vehicles, and plant when ladders are in use
- Emergency response considerations for ladder-related falls, near misses, and incidents
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for trades and contractors who regularly use ladders and step platforms, including electricians, maintenance personnel, roofers, builders, plumbers, HVAC installers, and site supervisors responsible for managing working-at-height risks.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre-start planning |
|
| Inspect ladders and equipment |
|
| Prepare ground and access |
|
| Install walk pads and walkways |
|
| Install ladder accesses |
|
| Climb fences or walls |
|
| Ascending and descending ladders |
|
| Safe climbing techniques |
|
| Using step platforms and ramps |
|
| Using ladders, ramps and walkways |
|
| Use ropes and climbing equipment |
|
| Working near edges and openings |
|
| Housekeeping and site control |
|
| Emergency response and review |
|
Need to add specific site requirements?
Don't worry if a specific job step isn't listed above. Once you purchase, simply log in to your Client Portal and add your own custom job steps at no extra cost. We take care of the hard work—creating the hazards and control measures for free—to ensure your document is compliant within minutes.
Legislation & References
This document was researched and developed to align with:
- Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Guidance on controlling fall risks when working at height, including ladders and step platforms
- Construction Work Code of Practice: Requirements and controls for construction activities involving temporary access systems
- Managing Risks of Plant in the Workplace Code of Practice: Safe use, inspection, and maintenance of ladders and related plant
- How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice: Risk management process for identifying, assessing, and controlling hazards
- AS/NZS 1892 Portable ladders: Requirements for design, selection, use, and care of portable ladders
- AS/NZS 1657 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders: Design and use requirements for fixed access systems and walkways
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
Standard SWMS Features (Click to Expand)
- Operational guidelines, with a step-by-step approach to safe work
- Possible hazards that may be encountered
- Step-by-step safety procedures to follow
- Before work starts – Guidelines and Checks
- Safety measures and guides
- Operational Safety Checks
- Before and After Risk Ratings
- Risk Assessment Matrix
- High Risk Work Involved
- Emergency Evacuation Procedure
- Plant and Equipment
- Qualifications and Permits
- Specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Company Personnel Sign-off form
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Building and ConstructionPlumbing and GasfittingCarpentry and JoineryCommercial CleaningElectrical and SolarHandyman and Property MaintenancePainting and DecoratingRoofing ContractorsWarehousing and DistributionRetail and Wholesale
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Ladders and Step Platforms SWMS
- • 100% Compliant with Australian WHS Acts & Regulations
- • Fully Editable MS Word & PDF Formats Included
- • Pre-filled Content – Ready to Deploy Immediately
- • Customisable – Easily Add Your Logo & Site Details
- • Includes 2 Years of Free Compliance Updates
Ladders and Step Platforms SWMS
Product Overview
This Ladders and Step Platforms Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is developed to help workplaces identify, control, and minimise the risks associated with working from ladders, step platforms, and related access systems. It is a comprehensive document that covers multiple aspects of ladder selection, set-up, use, and associated access methods to support WHS compliance and safer management of High Risk Construction Work.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Safe ascending and descending of ladders, step platforms, and temporary access systems
- Selection, inspection, and maintenance of ladders, step platforms, and associated access equipment
- Installation of fixed and temporary ladder accesses to roofs, platforms, and work areas
- Installation and use of walk pads to provide safer access and reduce slip, trip, and fall risks
- Safe climbing techniques to maintain three points of contact and prevent overreaching
- Use of ladders, ramps, and walkways for access and egress between levels on construction sites
- Use of ropes and climbing equipment where necessary to secure tools, materials, or provide additional fall protection
- Climbing over or near fences, walls, and similar barriers while maintaining safe access and edge protection
- Risk controls for working near edges, penetrations, and fragile surfaces when using ladders and step platforms
- Manual handling of ladders and step platforms, including safe lifting, carrying, and positioning
- Segregation of work areas from pedestrians, vehicles, and plant when ladders are in use
- Emergency response considerations for ladder-related falls, near misses, and incidents
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for trades and contractors who regularly use ladders and step platforms, including electricians, maintenance personnel, roofers, builders, plumbers, HVAC installers, and site supervisors responsible for managing working-at-height risks.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre-start planning |
|
| Inspect ladders and equipment |
|
| Prepare ground and access |
|
| Install walk pads and walkways |
|
| Install ladder accesses |
|
| Climb fences or walls |
|
| Ascending and descending ladders |
|
| Safe climbing techniques |
|
| Using step platforms and ramps |
|
| Using ladders, ramps and walkways |
|
| Use ropes and climbing equipment |
|
| Working near edges and openings |
|
| Housekeeping and site control |
|
| Emergency response and review |
|
Need to add specific site requirements?
Don't worry if a specific job step isn't listed above. Once you purchase, simply log in to your Client Portal and add your own custom job steps at no extra cost. We take care of the hard work—creating the hazards and control measures for free—to ensure your document is compliant within minutes.
Legislation & References
This document was researched and developed to align with:
- Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Guidance on controlling fall risks when working at height, including ladders and step platforms
- Construction Work Code of Practice: Requirements and controls for construction activities involving temporary access systems
- Managing Risks of Plant in the Workplace Code of Practice: Safe use, inspection, and maintenance of ladders and related plant
- How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice: Risk management process for identifying, assessing, and controlling hazards
- AS/NZS 1892 Portable ladders: Requirements for design, selection, use, and care of portable ladders
- AS/NZS 1657 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders: Design and use requirements for fixed access systems and walkways
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
Standard SWMS Features (Click to Expand)
- Operational guidelines, with a step-by-step approach to safe work
- Possible hazards that may be encountered
- Step-by-step safety procedures to follow
- Before work starts – Guidelines and Checks
- Safety measures and guides
- Operational Safety Checks
- Before and After Risk Ratings
- Risk Assessment Matrix
- High Risk Work Involved
- Emergency Evacuation Procedure
- Plant and Equipment
- Qualifications and Permits
- Specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Company Personnel Sign-off form
$96.8