Slips Trips and Falls SWMS
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Product Overview
This Slips Trips and Falls Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive safety planning document designed to identify, control and minimise the risk of slip, trip and fall incidents on Australian worksites. It provides end-to-end coverage of hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures for a wide range of slip, trip and fall prevention activities to support ongoing WHS compliance.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Development and implementation of workplace slip, trip and fall prevention strategies
- Identification and management of common slip hazards such as wet, oily or contaminated floor surfaces
- Control of trip hazards including loose cables, uneven surfaces, cluttered walkways and poor housekeeping
- Selection, use and maintenance of appropriate non-slip footwear for different work environments
- Inspection and maintenance of floor surfaces, ramps, stairs, platforms and access ways
- Use of warning signs, barricades and temporary controls for spills, cleaning activities and floor maintenance
- Safe systems of work for working on steps, ladders, kerbs and changes in floor level
- Lighting and visibility controls to reduce slips, trips and falls in low-light or high-glare areas
- Housekeeping procedures to keep work areas, storage zones and access routes clear and orderly
- Emergency response, incident reporting and investigation following a slip, trip or fall event
- Training, instruction and supervision of workers in recognising and controlling slip, trip and fall risks
- Risk assessment and review processes to monitor the effectiveness of implemented control measures
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for facility managers, construction and maintenance contractors, cleaners, warehouse and logistics operators, retail and hospitality managers, and site supervisors responsible for managing slip, trip and fall risks in the workplace.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre‑start planning |
|
| Site access and egress |
|
| Housekeeping and storage |
|
| Floor surfaces and wet areas |
|
| Use of stairs ramps and ladders |
|
| Working at same level |
|
| Working at heights and edges |
|
| Public and visitor areas |
|
| Manual handling and carrying loads |
|
| Footwear and personal protective equipment |
|
| Inspections maintenance and monitoring |
|
| Training communication and signage |
|
| Emergency response and incident review |
|
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:
- Code of Practice: How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks – guidance on risk management processes for slips, trips and falls
- Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities – requirements for floors, lighting, access and housekeeping
- Code of Practice: Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces – principles for preventing falls on the same level and from one level to another
- AS/NZS 4586: Slip Resistance Classification of New Pedestrian Surface Materials – classifications for slip resistance of floor surfaces
- AS/NZS 4663: Slip Resistance Measurement of Existing Pedestrian Surfaces – methods for measuring slip resistance in existing floors
- AS 1657: Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways and Ladders – design and safety requirements for access ways that may present fall risks
- 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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Slips Trips and Falls 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 SWMS
Product Overview
This Slips Trips and Falls Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive safety planning document designed to identify, control and minimise the risk of slip, trip and fall incidents on Australian worksites. It provides end-to-end coverage of hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures for a wide range of slip, trip and fall prevention activities to support ongoing WHS compliance.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Development and implementation of workplace slip, trip and fall prevention strategies
- Identification and management of common slip hazards such as wet, oily or contaminated floor surfaces
- Control of trip hazards including loose cables, uneven surfaces, cluttered walkways and poor housekeeping
- Selection, use and maintenance of appropriate non-slip footwear for different work environments
- Inspection and maintenance of floor surfaces, ramps, stairs, platforms and access ways
- Use of warning signs, barricades and temporary controls for spills, cleaning activities and floor maintenance
- Safe systems of work for working on steps, ladders, kerbs and changes in floor level
- Lighting and visibility controls to reduce slips, trips and falls in low-light or high-glare areas
- Housekeeping procedures to keep work areas, storage zones and access routes clear and orderly
- Emergency response, incident reporting and investigation following a slip, trip or fall event
- Training, instruction and supervision of workers in recognising and controlling slip, trip and fall risks
- Risk assessment and review processes to monitor the effectiveness of implemented control measures
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for facility managers, construction and maintenance contractors, cleaners, warehouse and logistics operators, retail and hospitality managers, and site supervisors responsible for managing slip, trip and fall risks in the workplace.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre‑start planning |
|
| Site access and egress |
|
| Housekeeping and storage |
|
| Floor surfaces and wet areas |
|
| Use of stairs ramps and ladders |
|
| Working at same level |
|
| Working at heights and edges |
|
| Public and visitor areas |
|
| Manual handling and carrying loads |
|
| Footwear and personal protective equipment |
|
| Inspections maintenance and monitoring |
|
| Training communication and signage |
|
| Emergency response and incident review |
|
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:
- Code of Practice: How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks – guidance on risk management processes for slips, trips and falls
- Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities – requirements for floors, lighting, access and housekeeping
- Code of Practice: Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces – principles for preventing falls on the same level and from one level to another
- AS/NZS 4586: Slip Resistance Classification of New Pedestrian Surface Materials – classifications for slip resistance of floor surfaces
- AS/NZS 4663: Slip Resistance Measurement of Existing Pedestrian Surfaces – methods for measuring slip resistance in existing floors
- AS 1657: Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways and Ladders – design and safety requirements for access ways that may present fall risks
- 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