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Jack Hammer SWMS

Jack Hammer SWMS

  • • 100% Compliant with Australian WHS Acts & Regulations
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Jack Hammer SWMS

Product Overview

This Jack Hammer Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is designed to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls for the safe use of jackhammers on Australian worksites. It is a comprehensive document covering multiple aspects of Jack Hammer SWMS activities to support robust WHS compliance and risk management.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes specific risk controls for:

  • Breaking hard surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, masonry, and rock using powered jackhammers
  • Safe operation of hydraulic jackhammers, including connection, pressure checks, and isolation procedures
  • General jackhammer operation, including start-up, shutdown, and safe handling techniques
  • Use of pavement breakers for road, kerb, and footpath demolition with appropriate traffic and pedestrian controls
  • Using jackhammers to remove existing flooring, tiles, screeds, and toppings in confined or occupied areas
  • Selection, inspection, and maintenance of jackhammers, hoses, bits, chisels, and associated attachments
  • Manual handling controls for lifting, carrying, and positioning jackhammers and heavy tooling
  • Controls for vibration exposure (HAVS), noise, dust, and flying debris generated during jackhammering
  • Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hearing, eye, respiratory, and hand protection
  • Management of underground and hidden services (electrical, gas, water) prior to breaking surfaces
  • Housekeeping, debris containment, and safe disposal of broken concrete, tiles, and waste materials
  • Emergency response procedures for injuries, equipment failure, and uncontrolled release of energy

Who is this for?

This SWMS is designed for demolition contractors, concreters, plumbers, electricians, flooring installers, civil construction crews, and site supervisors overseeing jackhammer and pavement breaking activities.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Job Step / Activity Potential Hazards
1. Preparation
  • Manual handling, noise exposure
2. Site setup
  • Falling objects, slips & trips
3. Access work area
  • Vehicle collision, unauthorised access
4. Equipment inspection
  • Electric shock, faulty equipment
5. Safety gear
  • Inadequate PPE, poor visibility
6. Operate jackhammer
  • Repetitive strain injury, flying debris
7. Break material
  • Dust inhalation, vibration exposure
8. Material disposal
  • Sharp objects, manual handling
9. Maintenance checks
  • Incorrect tool use, pinch points
10. Refuel/recharge equipment
  • Spills, fire hazard
11. Breaks and rotation
  • Fatigue, dehydration
12. Clean up
  • Manual handling, chemical exposure

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Legislation & References

This document was researched and developed to align with:

  • Work Health and Safety Act 2011
  • Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
  • Code of Practice: Construction Work – guidance on managing risks associated with construction and demolition activities
  • Code of Practice: Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work – controls for high-noise tools such as jackhammers and pavement breakers
  • Code of Practice: Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces – where jackhammering is undertaken near edges, penetrations, or on elevated surfaces
  • Code of Practice: Hazardous Manual Tasks – management of musculoskeletal risks from handling and operating jackhammers
  • Code of Practice: Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace – safe use, inspection, and maintenance of powered jackhammers and hydraulic attachments
  • AS/NZS 1270: Acoustics – Hearing protectors – selection of suitable hearing protection for high-noise environments
  • AS/NZS 1716: Respiratory protective devices – selection and use of respirators for dust generated by concrete and masonry breaking
  • AS/NZS 2161: Occupational protective gloves – hand protection when operating vibrating and impact tools
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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