Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

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Specifically, the Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers:

  1. Operational guidelines, with a step by step approach to safe work
  2. Possible hazards that may be encountered
  3. Step by step safety procedures to follow
  4. Before work starts – Guidelines and Checks
  5. And more. Please check details below
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The Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement is a detailed template that comprehensively addresses all safety requirements for operations. It is pre-filled and ready for immediate use, customizable to meet your site-specific needs.

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The Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement Covers:

  1. Operational guidelines, with a step by step approach to safe work
  2. Possible hazards that may be encountered
  3. Step by step safety procedures to follow
  4. Before work starts – Guidelines and Checks
  5. Safety measures and guides
  6. Operational Safety Checks
  7. Before and After Risk Ratings while carrying out Operations
  8. Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Risk Assessment
  9. High Risk Work Involved
  10. Emergency Evacuation Procedure
  11. Plant and Equipment
  12. Qualifications and Permits
  13. Specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be used
  14. Legislation, Codes of Practice and Standards
  15. Company Personnel Sign off form to ensure all personnel acknowledge they have read and understand the SWMS

Note: The BlueSafe Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) document is highly comprehensive in nature and is not a blank SWMS Template. Download a Sample to check


The Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:

  • 1. Preparation
    • Incorrect lifting procedure
    • Inadequate ventilation in work area
  • 2. Assess Machinery
    • Exposure to moving machinery parts
    • Electric shock from faulty equipment
  • 3. Install Guards
    • Machinery not properly isolated before installation
    • Falling objects during installation
  • 4. Inspect Guards
    • Re-energising machinery without proper checking
    • Slips or trips due to clutter around the machine
  • 5. Operate Machinery with Guards
    • Emergency stops not available/working
    • Regular contact with sharp edges
  • 6. Ongoing Maintenance
    • Unscheduled removal of guards
    • Using non-conforming replacement parts
  • 7. Regular Checks
    • Non-compliance with workplace safety procedures
    • Incomplete documentation on guard performances
  • 8. Reporting and Record Keeping
    • Lack of training in necessary reporting software
    • Misinterpretation of technical terms while record keeping
  • 9. Disposal of Faulty Guards
    • Faulty disposal procedures causing hazards
    • Spillage during disposal process
  • 10. Replacement Process
    • Non-adherence to lock out/tag out procedures
    • Incorrect fitment leading to exposure of moving parts
  • 11. Training Employees
    • Inadequate understanding of risks and controls
    • Non-adherence to safe operating procedures
  • 12. Routine Audits
    • Failure in detecting worn-out guards
    • Not maintaining a regular audit schedule
  • 13. Compliance with Standard Requirements
    • Lack of update on new standard requirements
    • Inadequate adaptation of standards
  • 14. Incident Reporting and Investigation
    • Inadequate investigation
    • Under-reporting of incidents
  • 15. Continuous Improvement
    • Negative culture towards safety improvement suggestions
    • Resistance to change in safety procedures
  • 16. Review and Update SWMS
    • Misinterpretation of the SWMS requirements
    • Ignoring updates from the HSE department
  • 17. Emergency Procedures
    • Lack of clarity among workers about emergency procedures
    • Inadequate first aid facilities
  • 18. Health Surveillance Programs
    • Failure in regular health check-up schedules
    • Inadequate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 19. Workers' Compensation
    • Incorrect calculation of compensation
    • Non-compliance with statutory regulations
  • 20. Decommissioning Process
    • Non-conformance to environment-friendly processes
    • Physical injuries during decommission

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 Ensure Machinery Guards In Place Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) references:

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