Name: Hand Tools SWMS
Brand: BlueSafe Online
SKU: prod_01KBPKHFQ58MJF0YEGTD970VV2
Price: 44.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

Product Overview

This SWMS covers the selection, inspection, use, maintenance and storage of hand tools, air tools and portable power tools. It supports work planning and risk management by addressing tool condition, workpiece control, manual strain, flying fragments, noise and repeated use.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes task-specific risk controls for:

Plan the task and set up the work area
Select and inspect suitable tools and protective equipment
Set up bench work and secure workpieces
Fasten bolts and screws
Use crowbars and levers
Carry out hammer and chisel work
Cut with blades
Use shovels and hoes
Operate air tools
Operate portable power tools
Repair and maintain tools
Manage repetitive use and pack down the work area

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out work with hand tools.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Job Step / Activity	Potential Hazards
Pre-start planning	Unidentified work hazards Unauthorised access Poor lighting Incompatible work activities
Select suitable tools	Tool failure Incorrect tool use Flying fragments Hand injury
Inspect tools and PPE	Damaged tool components Detached handles Electric shock Eye injury
Set up bench work	Workpiece movement Pinch points Tool ejection Poor posture
Fasten bolts and screws	Hand slips Over-torque Stored energy release Falling tools
Use crowbars and levers	Sudden load movement Crowbar slip Crush injury Musculoskeletal strain Stored energy release
Hammer and chisel work	Flying metal fragments Struck-by hammer Chisel slip Noise Hand-arm vibration
Cut with blades	Lacerations Blade snap-back Sharp offcuts Flying fragments Uncontrolled workpiece
Use shovels and hoes	Back strain Shoulder strain Struck-by tool Foot injury Uneven ground
Operate air tools	Hose whip High-pressure injection Noise Tool kickback Flying debris
Operate portable power tools	Electric shock Entanglement Kickback Noise Dust exposure
Repair and maintain tools	Unexpected energisation Sharp edges Stored pressure Chemical exposure Incorrect reassembly
Manage repetitive tool use	Repetitive strain Hand-arm vibration Grip fatigue Heat stress Reduced concentration
Pack down and sign off	Sharp waste Trips and slips Unsecured tools Residual hazards

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Legislation & References

The template includes references relevant to the documented work, including:

Applicable Commonwealth, state or territory WHS/OHS legislation and regulations.
Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks.
Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Managing the risks of plant in the workplace; use tools only for their designed purpose, maintain them and follow manufacturer safety information.
Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Hazardous manual tasks; assess force, repetitive movement, awkward posture, duration and vibration exposure.
Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work; manage exposure against 85 dB(A) LAeq,8h and 140 dB(C) LC,peak.
Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Managing electrical risks in the workplace and AS/NZS 3012:2019 Electrical installations—Construction and demolition sites, where portable electrical tools are used.
AS/NZS 1337.1 Personal eye-protection—Eye and face protectors for occupational applications; AS/NZS 1270 Acoustics—Hearing protectors; AS 2210.3 Personal protective equipment—Safety footwear.
AS/NZS 60900 Live working—Hand tools for use up to 1,000 V AC and 1,500 V DC, where insulated tools are specifically required. Model laws and model Codes are guidance unless adopted or otherwise given legal effect in the relevant jurisdiction.

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

Hand Tools SWMS

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