Name: Strapping Tool (Hand) SWMS
Brand: BlueSafe Online
SKU: prod_01M283JGJ0N0T1TRDQ9X0TX779
Price: 96.80 AUD
Availability: InStock

Product Overview

This SWMS covers hand strapping of loads, from task review and setup to inspection, movement and equipment storage. It supports work planning and risk management for load stability, straps, hand tools and work-area interactions.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes task-specific risk controls for:

Review the task, load and strap requirements
Set up a clear work area
Inspect strapping tools and materials
Position the load for strapping
Prepare straps and protectors
Thread the strap around the load
Fit and engage the tensioning tool
Tension, seal or join the strap
Cut and secure strap tails
Inspect the secured load before movement
Move the secured load and manage work-area interactions
Clean up and store strapping equipment

Who is this for?

For contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out hand strapping of loads.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Job Step / Activity	Potential Hazards
Review task and load	Unstable load Incorrect strap selection Unplanned work area interaction Manual handling strain
Set up work area	Pedestrian interaction Mobile plant strike Slips and trips Poor working posture
Inspect tools and materials	Tool failure Sharp edges Unexpected strap release Cuts from damaged strap
Position load for strapping	Load movement Crush injuries Forklift interaction Overreaching
Prepare strap and protectors	Sharp strap edges Coil spring-back Cuts and punctures Repetitive hand force
Thread strap around load	Hand entrapment Load instability Sharp edges Awkward posture
Fit tensioning tool	Pinch points Tool kickback Incorrect tool engagement Sharp strap ends
Tension strap safely	Strap recoil Strap breakage Load collapse Musculoskeletal strain Eye injury
Seal or join strap	Seal failure Hand crush Strap release Sharp strap edges
Cut and secure strap tail	Strap whip Lacerations Flying offcuts Eye injury
Inspect secured load	Failed restraint Falling product Damaged packaging Transport instability
Move secured load	Forklift strike Load fall Strap damage Pedestrian interaction
Clean up and store equipment	Cuts from offcuts Trips from materials Tool deterioration Unauthorised use

Need to add specific site requirements?

Use the BlueSafe Portal to tailor this SWMS with site-specific details, job steps, hazards, controls and responsibilities before work starts.

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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, including duties to manage risks, provide safe plant, information, training, instruction, supervision and suitable PPE.
Model Code of Practice: Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (guidance only; confirm adoption and currency in the relevant jurisdiction).
Model Code of Practice: Hazardous Manual Tasks (guidance only; confirm adoption and currency in the relevant jurisdiction).
Model Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities (guidance only; confirm adoption and currency in the relevant jurisdiction).
Model Code of Practice: Construction Work, where the work is construction work (guidance only; confirm adoption and currency in the relevant jurisdiction).
AS/NZS 1337.1 Personal eye protection for occupational applications.
AS/NZS 2161.1 Occupational protective gloves.
AS/NZS 2210.3 Personal protective equipment—Safety footwear.
AS/NZS 4602.1 High visibility safety garments, where work occurs near vehicles or mobile plant.

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

Strapping Tool (Hand) SWMS

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