Introducing the Safe Work Method Statement Template for Diesel Spill Cleanup – a comprehensive tool that empowers you to maintain a safe and effective workplace. Here are its key features:
Pre-filled and Comprehensive: This template is designed to cover all aspects of diesel spill cleanup, minimising the time and effort you need to put into paperwork and allowing you to focus on the actual cleanup process.
Fully editable and customisable in Microsoft Word format: Adjust it according to your specific needs – delete, add, or modify any section with ease.
Includes the scope of the project and the project details: Clearly outline what is included in the project work, from start to finish.
Includes checklist of any high-risk machinery on site: This assists in identifying potential hazards and helps prevent unforeseen issues due to machinery malfunction or misuse.
Includes space for recording any staff training: Keep track of employees’ training progress with this dedicated section.
Includes before and after risk ratings: Evaluate how effectively risks have been managed with pre-implementation and post-implementation ratings.
Includes resources for use of legislative references: Understand the regulatory landscape with these helpful resources and ensure compliance.
Includes all PPE required: Outline all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needed to conduct the job safely.
Includes risk assessment and risk assessment matrix: Identify and manage hazards with our robust risk assessment tools.
Includes a checklist to ensure all requirements have been covered when implementing the SWMS: Don’t miss out on any critical step when rolling out the Work Method Statement (SWMS) with this handy checklist.
Includes sign off page for all workers and responsible persons:Tracking accountability becomes simpler as everyone who played a part in the project signs off their section.
Easy to use, Easy to customise: Designed with the end-user in mind, the template is user-friendly and can be easily tailored to fit your specific requirements.
Suitable for large contracts and Tenders, including tier 1 contractual work: Whether you’re working on a small project or a large-scale contract, this template serves the purpose.
Quick delivery by email: As soon as you finalise your purchase, you’ll receive the template in your inbox – no waiting around!
Please note that while this template is a valuable tool, it cannot guarantee the elimination of all risks. You should always adhere to Workplace Health and Safety regulations and seek professional advice when necessary.
The Diesel Spill Cleanup Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Incorrect storage of cleaning materials
- Lack of training
- 2. Site Inspection
- Inadequate PPE
- Slippery surfaces
- 3. Equipment Check
- Faulty equipment
- Improper use of tools
- 4. Spill Assessment
- Inhalation hazard
- Flammable material
- 5. Isolation Area Establishment
- Insufficient warning signage
- Unauthorized access
- 6. Protective Measures Implementation
- Exposure to hazardous substances
- Inadequate PPE
- 7. Spill Containment
- Spreading of spill
- Insufficient absorbents
- 8. Spill Cleaning
- Prolonged exposure to chemicals
- Inadequate ventilation
- 9. Spill Material Disposal
- Risk of contamination
- Incorrect disposal methods
- 10. Equipment Decontamination
- Chemical residues on equipment
- Unsafe handling of chemicals
- 11. Affected Area Decontamination
- Cleaning agent residues
- Incomplete decontamination
- 12. Site Reassessment
- Unclear instructions
- Overlooking residual hazards
- 13. Report and Documentation
- Unrecorded safety incidents
- Inconsistent data
- 14. Staff Briefing
- Communication failure
- Staff lacks understanding
- 15. Post-Cleanup Inspection
- Undetected spill traces
- Overlooked changes in site conditions
Each Safe Work Method Statement has specific content that is referenced to, but not limited to a number of authorities such as Codes of Practice, Regulations, Australian Standards or the Act.
The Diesel Spill Cleanup Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) references:
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Frequent Questions
Safe Work Method Statement Template FAQ’s
What format is a BlueSafe Australia Safe Work Method Statement Template delivered in?
Because every SWMS needs to be edited to suit on-site specifics, it makes sense to deliver our Safe Work Method Statements in Microsoft Word Format for easy editing.
How many pages long is each Safe Work Method Statement Template?
It depends entirely on the nature of the risks associated with the SWMS Template, however on average the documents are between 7-15 pages in length. Each Safe Work Method Statement is comprehensive in nature and is easy to use.
What are before and after risk ratings?
Before and after risk ratings are simply this: When you initially start to do a job, like say drill a hole in a wall, there will be a level of risk, which for this example let's just say is a level 2 (before). The idea is that then you would implement some type of control measure to reduce the risk, and in this case we would implement the control measure of wearing safety glasses to protect the eyes. This now would bring the risk of an injury down to a level 1 (after). Here you can see how the SWMS has a before and after risk rating for each step of a job, task or process.
Why do the Safe Work Method Statement Templates have before and after risk ratings?
Before and after risk ratings are a simple and effective way to clearly show how, and how much a certain level of risk has been brought down for a certain step in a job task or process. Another reason also is that many larger contractors now like to see before and after risk ratings, so it makes sense to include them in our Templates.
Are the SWMS Templates pre-filled?
Absolutely. Every Safe Work Method Statement Template is pre-filled, high quality and comprehensive in order to help save you as much time, and deliver as much quality information as possible when conducting your own on site safety.
Do the Safe Work Method Statement Templates come with a Risk Assessment?
Yes. Each Safe Work Method Statement comes with it's own built in Risk Assessment which is part of the working document. The SWMS is straightforward, easy to use and has a risk calculator to work out the risk level and likelihood of the risk occurring.
Does each SWMS Template have the required PPE already suggested?
Yes, each SWMS Template has a range of PPE recorded, as well as picture icons of different PPE items that you can add/remove as you need to for the requirements of the job task.
What Should be Included in a Safe Work Method Statement?
If you're going to be doing any high risk construction work, you'll most likely not only need a Safe Work Method Statement, but you'll also need to make sure your SWMS has a number of checks and balances in order for the document to be accepted in your construction site safety. Purchasing a safe work method statement template can help save you quite a lot of time rather than starting from scratch. Also, just remember that even though every BlueSafe Template is highly comprehensive and pre-filled, your SWMS Template should be adjusted to suit any noticeable risks that are specific to the task you are performing.
Your Safe Work Method Statement must:
- List or show the different types of construction work that is high risk
- Clearly explain the workplace health and safety hazards as well as the risks that arise from the works
- Explain in detail how each risk will be managed, maintained and controlled
- Explain how each control measure will be implemented in order to reduce each risk
- Describe how each control measure will be monitored an how often the control measures will be reviewed
- Consider any additional factors that may impact the level of risk involved with the safety of the construction site such as weather, wind etc.
- Be made available and accessible to read by employees and applicable personnel at any time.
- Every SWMS should be easy to understand and written in plain language
- Every BlueSafe Australia Safe Work Method Statement Template is straightforward and easy to use. They also have what's called 'before and after risk ratings', which basically means there's a built in risk assessment that is used in the process of using the document. This allows you to asses the initial risks and give them a score, and then assess the risk and give an 'after score' once the listed control measures are implemented. All our documents are comprehensive, pre-filled and easy to use. You can even download a sample below and see an example.
