General Building and Construction Work Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

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The General Building and Construction Work 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 General Building and Construction Work 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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Our Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template for General Building and Construction Work is your go-to tool for putting safety first on the job site. Crafted with practicality in mind, this template is designed to help you manage risk efficiently and meet compliance standards effortlessly.

Pre-filled and Comprehensive:

This SWMS template comes pre-filled with essential guidelines tailored to the building and construction industry. It’s a comprehensive starting point that covers relevant procedures, making it easier for you to tweak based on your project’s specific needs.

Fully editable and customisable in Microsoft Word format for easy editing:

This template is in a user-friendly Microsoft Word format, allowing you to personalise each section with just a few clicks. Adjust the content to align perfectly with your unique project requirements without any fuss.

Includes the scope of the project and the project details:

Document your project’s scope and intricate details within this template to ensure all aspects are covered. From timelines to crucial tasks, keep everything organised and transparent.

Includes checklist of any high risk machinery on site:

Stay proactive and safe by using our checklist for high-risk machinery. Tick off items on this list to ensure all the necessary precautions are taken for equipment that could pose hazards.

Includes space for recording any staff training:

Account for staff preparedness with designated spots to record training sessions. This encourages accountability and assures everyone on site has the needed know-how to work safely.

Includes before and after risk ratings:

Clearly assess risk levels before and after implementing control measures. This helps you understand and communicate the impact of risk management practises at a glance.

Includes resources for use of legislative references:

Navigate legal waters with confidence by accessing suggested legislative references. Stay compliant with laws while focusing on on-site safety practices.

Includes all PPE required:

No more guesswork – our template lists all personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary for the job. Ensuring workers have the right gear is key to maintaining a safe work environment.

Includes risk assessment and risk assessment matrix:

Conduct thorough risk evaluations using our included matrix. It aids in visualising and managing potential risks efficiently, helping you prioritise actions accordingly.

Includes a checklist to ensure all requirements have been covered when implementing the SWMS:

Keep track of implementation details with our comprehensive checklist. Ensure nothing falls through the cracks by verifying all aspects of the SWMS are fulfilled diligently.

Includes sign-off page for all workers and responsible persons:

Create accountability by having every team member and key individuals sign off on their understanding and commitment to the SWMS. This step reinforces collective responsibility for safety.

Easy to use, easy to customise:

Designed with simplicity in mind, this template is intuitive to use and easily customisable. That means more time on productive tasks and less time wading through paperwork.

Suitable for large contracts and Tenders, including tier 1 contractual work:

Whether you’re dealing with small projects or major contracts, this SWMS template fits the bill. It’s versatile enough to be used across various scales, including demanding tier 1 projects.

Quick delivery by email:

No need to wait around – receive your template quickly via email so you can promptly begin tailoring it to fit your project’s safety needs.

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The General Building and Construction Work Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:

  • 1. Preparation
    • Slip on uneven surface
    • Incorrect tool usage
  • 2. Site Induction
    • Inadequate knowledge of site hazards
    • Lack of PPE
  • 3. Excavation
    • Collapse of trenches
    • Striking underground utilities
  • 4. Concrete Pouring
    • Skin contact with cement
    • Trip hazard over concrete pumps
  • 5. Formwork Setup
    • Falling tools
    • Pinch points
  • 6. Steel Fixing
    • Cuts from rebar
    • Handling heavy loads
  • 7. Scaffolding
    • Fall from height
    • Scaffold collapse
  • 8. Material Handling
    • Overloading equipment
    • Manual handling injuries
  • 9. Electrical Work
    • Electrocution
    • Faulty equipment
  • 10. Plumbing
    • Exposure to chemicals
    • Slips in wet areas
  • 11. Bricklaying
    • Flying debris
    • Repetitive stress injuries
  • 12. Roofing
    • Fall from roof
    • Adverse weather conditions
  • 13. Painting
    • Fumes inhalation
    • Ladder falls
  • 14. Tiling
    • Cuts from tiles
    • Back strain from awkward positions
  • 15. Landscape Work
    • Use of powered equipment
    • Bitten by wildlife
  • 16. Carpentry
    • Saw injuries
    • Noise-induced hearing loss
  • 17. Demolition
    • Uncontrolled collapse
    • Dust inhalation
  • 18. Welding
    • Eye damage from arc flash
    • Burns
  • 19. Cleaning Up
    • Handling hazardous waste
    • Slipping on debris
  • 20. Inspection
    • Overlooking potential hazards
    • Damaged structures missed
  • 21. Final Handover
    • Miscommunication of safety instructions
    • Failure to adhere to protocols

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 General Building and Construction Work 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.

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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