Slips Trips and Falls Prevention and Housekeeping SWMS
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Product Overview
This Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention and Housekeeping Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is designed to identify, control and minimise the risk of falls and related injuries on Australian worksites. It is a comprehensive document that addresses multiple aspects of slips, trips and falls risk management and WHS compliance through effective housekeeping and site control measures.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Eradication of tripping hazards through systematic inspection and clean-up routines
- Identification of trip hazards during pre-start checks, walk-throughs and ongoing site monitoring
- Management of inadequate housekeeping practices that contribute to trip and fall incidents
- Control of trip hazards arising from tile spacers, tools, offcuts and small materials on floors
- Implementation of practical measures to minimise slips and trips in wet, dusty or contaminated areas
- Mitigation of trip and fall risks through designated walkways, barricades and clear access paths
- Prevention of falls caused by tripping over stored or discarded materials on the ground
- Control of slips and trips due to messy or cluttered environments in work, storage and access areas
- Application of slips and trips prevention measures including signage, lighting and floor treatments
- Management of risks from tripping or falling over materials during handling, storage and movement
- Housekeeping standards for safe stacking, storage and segregation of materials, tools and waste
- Use of PPE, including appropriate footwear, to reduce the likelihood and severity of slips and trips
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for construction and maintenance workers, trades such as tilers, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, cleaners, facility managers and site supervisors responsible for managing housekeeping and slips, trips and falls risks.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Site induction and planning |
|
| Inspect and mark walkways |
|
| Identify and eradicate trip hazards |
|
| Manage materials and tool placement |
|
| Control cords, hoses and services |
|
| Manage wet and slippery surfaces |
|
| Good housekeeping during work |
|
| Control trip risks from small items |
|
| Maintain clear access and egress |
|
| Working on stairs and level changes |
|
| Managing work at low heights |
|
| Pedestrian and mobile plant interface |
|
| Training, supervision and signage |
|
| Review and continuous improvement |
|
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:
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
- Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Code of Practice: Guidance on maintaining safe access, egress, lighting and housekeeping standards
- How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice: Framework for identifying, assessing and controlling slips, trips and falls hazards
- Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Requirements and guidance for preventing falls at the same level and from one level to another
- Safe Work Australia – Slips and Trips Hazard Information: Best practice guidance for preventing slips, trips and falls in workplaces
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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Slips Trips and Falls Prevention and Housekeeping 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
Slips Trips and Falls Prevention and Housekeeping SWMS
Product Overview
This Slips, Trips and Falls Prevention and Housekeeping Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is designed to identify, control and minimise the risk of falls and related injuries on Australian worksites. It is a comprehensive document that addresses multiple aspects of slips, trips and falls risk management and WHS compliance through effective housekeeping and site control measures.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Eradication of tripping hazards through systematic inspection and clean-up routines
- Identification of trip hazards during pre-start checks, walk-throughs and ongoing site monitoring
- Management of inadequate housekeeping practices that contribute to trip and fall incidents
- Control of trip hazards arising from tile spacers, tools, offcuts and small materials on floors
- Implementation of practical measures to minimise slips and trips in wet, dusty or contaminated areas
- Mitigation of trip and fall risks through designated walkways, barricades and clear access paths
- Prevention of falls caused by tripping over stored or discarded materials on the ground
- Control of slips and trips due to messy or cluttered environments in work, storage and access areas
- Application of slips and trips prevention measures including signage, lighting and floor treatments
- Management of risks from tripping or falling over materials during handling, storage and movement
- Housekeeping standards for safe stacking, storage and segregation of materials, tools and waste
- Use of PPE, including appropriate footwear, to reduce the likelihood and severity of slips and trips
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for construction and maintenance workers, trades such as tilers, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, cleaners, facility managers and site supervisors responsible for managing housekeeping and slips, trips and falls risks.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Site induction and planning |
|
| Inspect and mark walkways |
|
| Identify and eradicate trip hazards |
|
| Manage materials and tool placement |
|
| Control cords, hoses and services |
|
| Manage wet and slippery surfaces |
|
| Good housekeeping during work |
|
| Control trip risks from small items |
|
| Maintain clear access and egress |
|
| Working on stairs and level changes |
|
| Managing work at low heights |
|
| Pedestrian and mobile plant interface |
|
| Training, supervision and signage |
|
| Review and continuous improvement |
|
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:
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
- Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Code of Practice: Guidance on maintaining safe access, egress, lighting and housekeeping standards
- How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice: Framework for identifying, assessing and controlling slips, trips and falls hazards
- Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice: Requirements and guidance for preventing falls at the same level and from one level to another
- Safe Work Australia – Slips and Trips Hazard Information: Best practice guidance for preventing slips, trips and falls in workplaces
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