
Tower Crane Assembly - Dismantling SWMS
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- Fully Editable MS Word & PDF Formats Included
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Product Overview
This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) sets out the step-by-step safety controls for the Tower Crane Assembly and Dismantling process, helping your business manage risk and demonstrate due diligence. It is a comprehensive, pre-filled document that covers multiple aspects of tower crane set-up, self-erection, high reach lifting and working at height to support strong WHS compliance on Australian construction sites.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Planning and coordination of tower crane assembly and dismantling works, including permits, exclusion zones and lift studies
- Safe procedures for crane self-erecting operations, including stabilisation, jacking systems and sequencing
- Assembly of tower crane mast sections, slewing unit and jib using mobile or assist cranes
- High reach lifting operations, including load charts, radius limitations and communication between doggers and crane operators
- Installation and removal of counterweights, tie-ins and ballast to maintain crane stability during all stages
- Working at heights from crane booms, masts and platforms, including use of fall arrest systems and anchor points
- Access and egress to tower crane structures via ladders, stair towers and temporary platforms
- Electrical isolation, proximity to overhead powerlines and management of energised plant during assembly and dismantling
- Weather monitoring and controls for wind, lightning and reduced visibility during high reach and elevated work
- Rigging and dogging practices for lifting crane components, including slinging techniques and inspection of lifting gear
- Traffic and pedestrian management around crane erection zones, loading areas and delivery routes
- Emergency response procedures for falls from height, structural instability, dropped objects and plant malfunctions
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for crane companies, riggers, doggers, principal contractors, tower crane erectors, and site supervisors responsible for tower crane assembly, self-erection, high reach lifting and dismantling activities.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre-start planning and permits |
|
| Deliveries and site access |
|
| Ground conditions and crane base |
|
| Assembly of self-erecting crane |
|
| Mobile crane set-up for assembly |
|
| Mast and tower section erection |
|
| Slewing unit and jib installation |
|
| Mechanical, electrical and safety systems |
|
| Commissioning, load testing and handover |
|
| Routine operations and high reach lifting |
|
| Working at heights on crane booms |
|
| Dismantling planning and preparation |
|
| Dismantling jib, counterjib and mast |
|
| Pack-up, transport and demobilisation |
|
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:
- Managing the Risk of Plant in the Workplace Code of Practice: Guidance on the safe use, installation, commissioning and dismantling of plant such as tower cranes
- Construction Work Code of Practice: Requirements for managing risks associated with construction work, including crane operations and work at height
- Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Controls for working at heights from crane booms, masts and access systems
- Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work Code of Practice: Guidance on controlling noise exposure from crane operations and associated plant
- AS 1418 Cranes, hoists and winches (series): Requirements for the safe design and operation of cranes used in assembly and dismantling
- AS 2550 Cranes, hoists and winches – Safe use (series): Operational and maintenance requirements for safe crane use on construction sites
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
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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$96.8
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Tower Crane Assembly - Dismantling 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
Tower Crane Assembly - Dismantling SWMS
Product Overview
This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) sets out the step-by-step safety controls for the Tower Crane Assembly and Dismantling process, helping your business manage risk and demonstrate due diligence. It is a comprehensive, pre-filled document that covers multiple aspects of tower crane set-up, self-erection, high reach lifting and working at height to support strong WHS compliance on Australian construction sites.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Planning and coordination of tower crane assembly and dismantling works, including permits, exclusion zones and lift studies
- Safe procedures for crane self-erecting operations, including stabilisation, jacking systems and sequencing
- Assembly of tower crane mast sections, slewing unit and jib using mobile or assist cranes
- High reach lifting operations, including load charts, radius limitations and communication between doggers and crane operators
- Installation and removal of counterweights, tie-ins and ballast to maintain crane stability during all stages
- Working at heights from crane booms, masts and platforms, including use of fall arrest systems and anchor points
- Access and egress to tower crane structures via ladders, stair towers and temporary platforms
- Electrical isolation, proximity to overhead powerlines and management of energised plant during assembly and dismantling
- Weather monitoring and controls for wind, lightning and reduced visibility during high reach and elevated work
- Rigging and dogging practices for lifting crane components, including slinging techniques and inspection of lifting gear
- Traffic and pedestrian management around crane erection zones, loading areas and delivery routes
- Emergency response procedures for falls from height, structural instability, dropped objects and plant malfunctions
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for crane companies, riggers, doggers, principal contractors, tower crane erectors, and site supervisors responsible for tower crane assembly, self-erection, high reach lifting and dismantling activities.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre-start planning and permits |
|
| Deliveries and site access |
|
| Ground conditions and crane base |
|
| Assembly of self-erecting crane |
|
| Mobile crane set-up for assembly |
|
| Mast and tower section erection |
|
| Slewing unit and jib installation |
|
| Mechanical, electrical and safety systems |
|
| Commissioning, load testing and handover |
|
| Routine operations and high reach lifting |
|
| Working at heights on crane booms |
|
| Dismantling planning and preparation |
|
| Dismantling jib, counterjib and mast |
|
| Pack-up, transport and demobilisation |
|
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:
- Managing the Risk of Plant in the Workplace Code of Practice: Guidance on the safe use, installation, commissioning and dismantling of plant such as tower cranes
- Construction Work Code of Practice: Requirements for managing risks associated with construction work, including crane operations and work at height
- Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Controls for working at heights from crane booms, masts and access systems
- Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work Code of Practice: Guidance on controlling noise exposure from crane operations and associated plant
- AS 1418 Cranes, hoists and winches (series): Requirements for the safe design and operation of cranes used in assembly and dismantling
- AS 2550 Cranes, hoists and winches – Safe use (series): Operational and maintenance requirements for safe crane use on construction sites
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
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