Fire Prevention SWMS
- 100% Compliant with Australian WHS Acts & Regulations
- Fully Editable MS Word & PDF Formats Included
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- Includes 2 Years of Free Compliance Updates
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Product Overview
This Fire Prevention SWMS is a comprehensive Safe Work Method Statement designed to identify, control, and minimise fire-related risks on Australian worksites while supporting strong WHS compliance. It provides end-to-end coverage of fire prevention planning, equipment, training, and emergency response to help you manage High Risk Construction Work involving potential ignition sources.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Development of fire prevention plans tailored to the specific worksite and construction activities
- Selection, inspection, and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets
- Management of hot work activities including grinding, welding, cutting, and soldering
- Control of ignition sources such as electrical tools, plant, static discharge, and open flames
- Safe storage, handling, and segregation of flammable and combustible liquids, gases, and materials
- Housekeeping practices to minimise combustible waste build-up and maintain clear egress routes
- Establishment and maintenance of fire breaks, no-go zones, and exclusion areas around hot work
- Use of fire watch personnel, fire spotters, and post-work monitoring in high-risk areas
- Planning and testing of emergency evacuation procedures and assembly points
- Communication protocols for raising the alarm and notifying emergency services
- Training, competency, and induction requirements for workers in fire prevention and response
- Coordination of fire safety controls with principal contractors, building managers, and other trades
- Monitoring of environmental conditions such as wind, heat, and total fire ban restrictions
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for builders, construction contractors, maintenance teams, welding and fabrication trades, site supervisors, and PCBU’s responsible for managing fire risks on Australian worksites.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| 1. Preparation |
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| 2. Fire Safety Training |
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| 3. Equipment Inspection |
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| 4. Housekeeping |
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| 5. Smoke Detector Installation |
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| 6. Fire Extinguisher Placement |
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| 7. Fire Drill Execution |
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| 8. Emergency Exit Maintenance |
|
| 9. Fire Alarm Testing |
|
| 10. Electrical System Maintenance |
|
| 11. Flammable Materials Storage |
|
| 12. Fire Suppression System Inspection |
|
| 13. Regular Audits & Inspections |
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| 14. Contractor Coordination |
|
| 15. Evacuation Plan Communication |
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| 16. Incident Reporting & Documentation |
|
| 17. Health and Safety Meetings |
|
| 18. Lessons Learned Sharing |
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| 19. Ongoing Compliance Monitoring |
|
| 20. Continuous Improvement Initiatives |
|
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:
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
- Managing the Risk of Fire and Explosions at the Workplace Code of Practice: Guidance on identifying and controlling fire and explosion hazards
- Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace Code of Practice: Requirements for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible substances
- Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Code of Practice: Provisions for safe access, egress, and emergency planning
- AS 1851 – Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment: Inspection and maintenance requirements for fire protection equipment
- AS 2444 – Portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets – Selection and location: Guidance on correct selection and placement of extinguishers and fire blankets
- AS 1940 – The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids: Controls for safe storage and management of flammable liquids
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 ConstructionManufacturing and ProductionWarehousing and DistributionRetail and WholesaleHospitality and EventsMining and ResourcesOffice and Corporate
$96.8
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Fire Prevention 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
Fire Prevention SWMS
Product Overview
This Fire Prevention SWMS is a comprehensive Safe Work Method Statement designed to identify, control, and minimise fire-related risks on Australian worksites while supporting strong WHS compliance. It provides end-to-end coverage of fire prevention planning, equipment, training, and emergency response to help you manage High Risk Construction Work involving potential ignition sources.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Development of fire prevention plans tailored to the specific worksite and construction activities
- Selection, inspection, and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets
- Management of hot work activities including grinding, welding, cutting, and soldering
- Control of ignition sources such as electrical tools, plant, static discharge, and open flames
- Safe storage, handling, and segregation of flammable and combustible liquids, gases, and materials
- Housekeeping practices to minimise combustible waste build-up and maintain clear egress routes
- Establishment and maintenance of fire breaks, no-go zones, and exclusion areas around hot work
- Use of fire watch personnel, fire spotters, and post-work monitoring in high-risk areas
- Planning and testing of emergency evacuation procedures and assembly points
- Communication protocols for raising the alarm and notifying emergency services
- Training, competency, and induction requirements for workers in fire prevention and response
- Coordination of fire safety controls with principal contractors, building managers, and other trades
- Monitoring of environmental conditions such as wind, heat, and total fire ban restrictions
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for builders, construction contractors, maintenance teams, welding and fabrication trades, site supervisors, and PCBU’s responsible for managing fire risks on Australian worksites.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| 1. Preparation |
|
| 2. Fire Safety Training |
|
| 3. Equipment Inspection |
|
| 4. Housekeeping |
|
| 5. Smoke Detector Installation |
|
| 6. Fire Extinguisher Placement |
|
| 7. Fire Drill Execution |
|
| 8. Emergency Exit Maintenance |
|
| 9. Fire Alarm Testing |
|
| 10. Electrical System Maintenance |
|
| 11. Flammable Materials Storage |
|
| 12. Fire Suppression System Inspection |
|
| 13. Regular Audits & Inspections |
|
| 14. Contractor Coordination |
|
| 15. Evacuation Plan Communication |
|
| 16. Incident Reporting & Documentation |
|
| 17. Health and Safety Meetings |
|
| 18. Lessons Learned Sharing |
|
| 19. Ongoing Compliance Monitoring |
|
| 20. Continuous Improvement Initiatives |
|
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:
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
- Managing the Risk of Fire and Explosions at the Workplace Code of Practice: Guidance on identifying and controlling fire and explosion hazards
- Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace Code of Practice: Requirements for storage, handling, and use of flammable and combustible substances
- Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Code of Practice: Provisions for safe access, egress, and emergency planning
- AS 1851 – Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment: Inspection and maintenance requirements for fire protection equipment
- AS 2444 – Portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets – Selection and location: Guidance on correct selection and placement of extinguishers and fire blankets
- AS 1940 – The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids: Controls for safe storage and management of flammable liquids
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