Flatbed Truck Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

$96.80

The Flatbed Truck 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 Flatbed Truck 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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Whether you’re an experienced operator or a newcomer in the trades field, this Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) template for flatbed truck operation will be of great help. This is more than just a simple checklist; let’s dive deeper into its features:

  • Pre-filled and Comprehensive: We understand how cumbersome it can be to fill out paperwork on site. To make your work easier, this SWMS comes pre-filled with all necessary sections. It covers a wide range of safety aspects ensuring no stone is left unturned.
  • Fully editable and customisable in Microsoft Word format: Every job requires specific considerations and unique attention to detail. With this in mind, our SWMS template is easily editable in Microsoft Word. You can tailor fit this document to align with the needs and specifics of your project.
  • Includes the scope of the project and the project details: A good plan begins with clear project definition. Our template includes the scope and other pertinent details of the project that are vital to ensuring your team’s understanding and adherence to safety guidelines.
  • Includes checklist of any high-risk machinery on site: Machinery on site often introduce unique risks. Our SWMS contains a comprehensive checklist acknowledging those risks, aiming to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Includes space for recording any staff training: The effectiveness of your SWMS relies heavily on adequate staff training. We’ve provided ample room to keep a thorough record of all staff training related to the worksite operations.
  • Includes before and after risk ratings: Tracking changes in risk levels before and after controls implementation gives a clear snapshot of how the SWMS is working. This feature allows for continuous improvement and adjustments where necessary.
  • Includes resources for use of legislative references: Understandably, keeping up with the current regulations can be a daunting task. To make this less stressful, we have included relevant resources and reference links to all pertinent health and safety legislations.
  • Includes all PPE required: The right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is crucial in maintaining safe work practices. This template provides a detailed list of PPE required for all outlined tasks.
  • Includes risk assessment and risk assessment matrix: An analysis of potential job risks is an essential first step. Our SWMS template includes a robust risk assessment and matrix aimed at minimising hazards and improving overall safety measures.
  • Includes a checklist to ensure all requirements have been covered when implementing the SWMS: Implementing the SWMS correctly is as important as creating it. We provide a checklist ensuring that you’ve taken all necessary steps during its implementation.
  • Includes sign off page for all workers and responsible persons: Accountability goes hand in hand with workplace safety. A sign-off section for all workers and supervisors involved ensures everyone is on board with the outlined protocol.
  • Easy to use, easy to customise: While packed with necessary features, our SWMS template remains user-friendly. It does not contain complicated jargon, making it easy to read and work with.
  • Suitable for large contracts and Tenders, including tier 1 contractual work: Regardless of the project size, this SWMS template serves well from small scale to large contracts and tenders, including Tier 1 works.
  • Quick delivery by email: Long waiting periods can cut into your production time. Delivery is rather swift with our service – sent straight to your inbox, ready for immediate use when the need arises.

This SWMS Template aims to strike a balance between comprehensive detail and user-friendliness; it’s ready to lend you a helping hand in managing minimal risk in your workplace.


The Flatbed Truck Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:

  • 1. Preparation
    • Incorrect load-bearing assessment
    • Failure to conduct vehicle inspection
  • 2. Load Sizing
    • Overloading
    • Unequal load distribution
  • 3. Load Lifting
    • Soft ground leading to instability
    • Poor visibility
  • 4. Securement of goods
    • Inadequate securement systems
    • improper tying down
  • 5. Operate Flatbed Truck
    • Poor road conditions
    • Distractions while driving
  • 6. Load Delivering
    • Incorrect dropping site
    • Excessive speed during delivery
  • 7. Unloading Process
    • Inadequate safety gear
    • Dangerous unloading method
  • 8. Maneuver Flatbed Truck
    • Collision with other vehicles
    • Poor visibility
  • 9. Park Flatbed Truck
    • Insecure parking site
    • Improper parking practice
  • 10. Post-delivery Inspection
    • Undetected mechanical problems
    • Missed damage assessment
  • 11. Maintenance
    • Insufficient training
    • Not following maintenance schedule
  • 12. Reporting
    • Incomplete reporting
    • Misunderstand regulations
  • 13. Potential Spill Response
    • Slow cutoff
    • Insufficient cleanup material on hand
  • 14. Safety Procedures Training
    • Miscommunication
    • Inadequate resource provision
  • 15. Emergency Action Plan
    • Lack of emergency drills
    • Inadequate emergency equipment
  • 16. Fleet Management
    • Non-compliance
    • Misuse of vehicles
  • 17. Hazardous Substance Usage
    • Lack of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
    • Careless handling
  • 18. Waste Disposal Management
    • Inadequate disposal systems
    • Illicit dumping
  • 19. Regulatory Compliance
    • Failure to adhere to WHS regulations
    • Ignorance of updates
  • 20. Dissemination Of Information
    • Non-disclosure of changes to operations or procedures
    • Insufficient training for employees

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 Flatbed Truck 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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