Name: Tree Climbing and Tree Removal SWMS
Brand: BlueSafe Online
SKU: prod_01M283J6FF8HRVAMCVF8WQPTPK
Price: 79.50 AUD
Availability: InStock

Product Overview

This SWMS covers tree climbing and tree removal work, from planning and site preparation through to cutting, processing timber and clean-up. It supports work planning and risk management by addressing falls, falling timber, plant interaction, equipment failure, chainsaw hazards and emergency arrangements.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes task-specific risk controls for:

Complete pre-start planning and assess conditions
Check services, approvals and site requirements
Establish exclusion zones around the work area
Inspect plant, climbing, cutting and rigging equipment
Prepare emergency arrangements
Position plant and access equipment
Install climbing systems and access the tree
Cut and lower tree sections
Process timber on the ground
Fell the remaining trunk
Clean up and demobilise the site

Who is this for?

For contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out tree climbing and tree removal activities.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Job Step / Activity	Potential Hazards
Pre-start planning	Unstable tree Incorrect removal method Changing weather Inadequate worker competency
Check services and approvals	Electric shock Gas service damage Unauthorised tree removal Public exposure
Establish site exclusion zones	Struck by falling timber Unauthorised entry Vehicle collision Slip and trip hazards
Inspect plant and equipment	Chainsaw kickback Rigging equipment failure EWP malfunction Plant entanglement
Prepare emergency arrangements	Suspension intolerance Delayed rescue Serious chainsaw injury Remote work isolation
Position plant and access equipment	Plant roll-over Crush from slewing plant EWP overturn Ground collapse
Install climbing system	Fall from height Anchor failure Falling equipment Rope damage
Access and position in tree	Fall from height Branch failure Uncontrolled swing Fatigue
Cut and lower sections	Chainsaw laceration Falling timber Crush from swinging load Rigging failure Dropped tools
Process timber on ground	Woodchipper entanglement Chainsaw injury Flying debris Manual handling strain Plant strike
Fell remaining trunk	Uncontrolled tree fall Barber chair Struck by tree Chainsaw kickback Escape route obstruction
Clean up and demobilise	Residual hung-up timber Plant movement Fuel spill Slips and trips Unauthorised access

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.

Acceptance Guaranteed: If your client or principal requests changes during document review, BlueSafe will help revise the document at no extra cost and support resubmission until it is accepted.

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 eliminate or minimise risks so far as is reasonably practicable, consult workers and coordinate with other duty holders.
Applicable Commonwealth, state or territory requirements for high risk construction work, SWMS, general construction induction, plant, falls, electrical safety, hazardous chemicals, emergency plans and first aid where triggered by the site and scope.
Model Code of Practice: Tree Works — practical guidance for planning, tree assessment, climbing, EWP use, lowering and electrical hazards.
Model Code of Practice: Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces — fall-control selection, training, supervision and rescue guidance.
Model Code of Practice: Managing Risks of Plant in the Workplace — plant inspection, guarding, maintenance and safe systems of work.
Model Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace and applicable emergency-planning requirements.
AS 4373:2007 Pruning of amenity trees; AS/NZS 1891.1:2020 and AS/NZS 1891.4:2025 personal equipment for work at height; AS/NZS ISO 22846.1:2020 rope-access systems; AS/NZS 2210.3 safety footwear; AS/NZS 4602.1 high-visibility clothing; AS/NZS 1270 hearing protectors; AS/NZS 1337.1 eye and face protection; AS/NZS 4453.3 chainsaw protective legwear.

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

Tree Climbing and Tree Removal SWMS

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