Erection Of Steel Structures Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

$96.80

The Erection Of Steel Structures Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) features:

  1. Instant download
  2. Acceptance Guaranteed
  3. Easy to edit Microsoft Word format so you can add your logo and site specific details
  4. Complies with latest legislation

Specifically, the Erection Of Steel Structures 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 Safe Work Method Statement Template for Erection of Steel Structures is an exhaustive, pre-filled document designed to assist you in maintaining safety at your worksite. Crafted in Microsoft Word format, this template is fully editable and customisable to cater to your unique needs.

  • Pre-filled and Comprehensive: Tick off your safety requirements without starting from scratch. The template comes filled with relevant details, yet remains adaptable enough to tailor according to your specifics. Get started quickly with our comprehensive template.
  • Scope of the Project and Project Details: Each project is different; capture its individuality. Our template provides sections to detail the scope and other project details to ensure all team members are on the same page.
  • High-risk Machinery Checklist: Keep track of the potential hazards. Record high-risk machinery on-site to ensure correct handling and procedural safety measures are in place and adhered to..
  • Staff Training Records: Documenting staff training has never been easier. A dedicated space for recording any staff training helps keep tabs on who’s up-to-date on their training and who might need a refresher.
  • Risk Ratings – Before and After: Evaluate and manage risks effectively. This template includes space to measure risk ratings before and after implementation of safety procedures, enabling continuous monitoring and adjustments as needed.
  • Legislative References: Stay compliant and informed. The template contains resources for use of legislative references so that you understand what’s required under Australian health and safety laws.
  • All Necessary PPE: It’s not just about knowing what Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is needed, but also ensuring its use. The template lists all necessary PPE for the job, promoting awareness amongst the workforce.
  • Risk Assessment and Matrix: Our template includes not only a risk assessment section but also a risk matrix to provide a clear, visual understanding of where the greatest risks lie and what needs immediate attention.
  • Checklist for SWMS: A thorough checklist ensures nothing slips through the cracks when implementing the Safe Work Method Statement. Keep compliant and complete with this useful tool.
  • Sign Off Page for All Workers: It’s crucial that all staff understand and agree to adhere to the safe work method statement. The sign-off page provides a record of this agreement from all workers and responsible persons.
  • Easy to Use and Customise: You don’t need to be a tech wizard to use our templates. They are intuitive and simple; customisation is a breeze.
  • Suitable for Large Contracts and Tenders: Whether you’re working on tier 1 contractual work or smaller projects, this template caters to both. Present a thorough safety plan with our inclusive template.
  • Quick Email Delivery: Once purchased, your template will be swiftly delivered by email. Get started without delay!

Please remember, whilst we strive to give you a helpful tool to make safety procedures easier, there are no fool-proof guarantees in ensuring absolute workplace safety. We hope, however, the awareness and compliance encouraged by using this template brings a safer environment for everyone on site.


The Erection Of Steel Structures Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:

  • 1. Preparation
    • Incorrect usage of tools
    • lack of safety gear
  • 2. Site Assessment
    • Falling objects
    • tripping hazards
  • 3. Equipment Check
    • Faulty equipment
    • inadequate training
  • 4. Lifting Procedure
    • Unsafe lifting practice
    • heavy load handling
  • 5. Placement
    • Misalignment
    • crushed by steel structures
  • 6. Bolting and Welding
    • Fire hazards
    • eye injury from welding arc
  • 7. Inspection
    • Poor visibility
    • improper inspection methods
  • 8. Stability Testing
    • Unstable structure
    • improper testing methods
  • 9. Final Quality Checks
    • Inadequate quality control
    • use of substandard materials
  • 10. Housekeeping
    • Poor housekeeping
    • poor waste management
  • 11. Demobilisation
    • Improper storing of tools
    • faulty equipment
  • 12. Incident Management
    • Delays in response
    • insufficient first aid measures
  • 13. Documentation
    • Misfiled or lost documents
    • inadequate database security
  • 14. Briefings
    • Miscommunication
    • overlooking key information
  • 15. Follow-ups
    • Lack of accountability
    • neglecting further inspections

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 Erection Of Steel Structures Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) references:

Ordering only takes a few minutes. Upon ordering completion, a link will be sent to your email address to download your documents, then add your company logo to the top of the header and you’re finished.

Your document will be delivered in editable Microsoft Word format. This PDF sample is just for preview

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.
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