Outdoor Work SWMS
This SWMS covers preparation, work area setup, outdoor work activities and final site clean-up.
Activities covered include
- Prepare for outdoor work and manual handling tasks
- Use tools and manage sharp-object and vibration hazards
- Clean up the site and manage hazardous waste exposure
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Product Overview
This SWMS covers preparation, work area setup, outdoor work activities and final site clean-up. It supports planning and risk management by addressing ground, materials, tools, excavation, demolition and site-condition hazards.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes task-specific risk controls for:
- Prepare for outdoor work and manual handling tasks
- Set up equipment and establish the work area
- Transport materials through the site
- Undertake excavation and refill excavation areas
- Inspect the site for trip and substance hazards
- Use tools and manage sharp-object and vibration hazards
- Carry out demolition work and manage dust
- Stabilise ground and manage soil conditions
- Complete landscaping and revegetation work
- Clean up the site and manage hazardous waste exposure
Who is this for?
Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out outdoor work activities.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
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| Preparation |
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| Equipment setup |
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| Work area establishment |
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| Material transportation |
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| Excavation |
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| Site inspection |
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| Tool use |
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| Demolition |
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| Ground stabilization |
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| Refilling excavation |
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| Landscaping & revegetation |
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| Site clean-up |
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Legislation & References
The template includes references relevant to the documented work, including:
- WHS Act - primary duty of care, consultation, information, training and supervision
- WHS Regulations - Part 6.3 High Risk Construction Work and SWMS
- WHS Regulations - excavation work, including underground essential services information
- WHS Regulations - powered mobile plant, PPE, hazardous manual tasks, noise and electrical risks
- Code of Practice - Construction Work
- Code of Practice - Excavation Work
- Code of Practice - Demolition Work
Standard SWMS Features (Click to Expand)
- Task-specific job steps, hazards and control measures
- Initial and residual risk ratings
- Assigned responsible persons for each job step
- Plant, equipment and PPE requirements where applicable
- Permits, qualifications and high-risk construction work details where applicable
- Worker consultation, sign-off and review sections
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