
Auto Glazing SWMS
- 100% Compliant with Australian WHS Acts & Regulations
- Fully Editable MS Word & PDF Formats Included
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- Customisable – Easily Add Your Logo & Site Details
- Includes 2 Years of Free Compliance Updates
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Product Overview
This Auto Glazing Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) sets out the step-by-step procedures, hazards, and controls for the safe removal and installation of vehicle glass on Australian worksites. It is a fully developed, comprehensive document that covers multiple aspects of auto glazing work to support WHS compliance and effective control of risks associated with High Risk Construction Work.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Safe removal and installation of vehicle glass, including windscreens, side windows, and rear screens
- Removal and installation of windscreen glass using appropriate tools, lifting aids, and manual handling techniques
- Standard vehicle windshield replacement procedures, from preparation and cutting out to fitting and clean-up
- Inspection and preparation of vehicle body apertures, pinch welds, and surrounds prior to glass installation
- Selection, handling, and application of primers, adhesives, and sealants in accordance with manufacturer instructions and SDS
- Control of hazardous substances and fumes during cutting, bonding, and curing processes
- Use of glass handling equipment, suction lifters, and supports to minimise breakage and manual handling injuries
- Management of sharp edges, broken glass, and offcuts, including safe clean-up and disposal of glass waste
- Protection of vehicle interiors, dashboards, trims, and paintwork during removal and refit activities
- Working in and around live traffic, car parks, and workshop environments, including vehicle movement controls
- Use, inspection, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as cut-resistant gloves, eye and face protection
- Emergency procedures for glass breakage, chemical exposure, and personal injury incidents
- Housekeeping, cordoning off work areas, and maintaining safe access and egress around vehicles
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for auto glaziers, automotive repairers, mobile windscreen technicians, panel shops, and site supervisors overseeing vehicle glass replacement activities.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre-start planning |
|
| Site arrival and setup |
|
| Vehicle isolation and assessment |
|
| Manual handling and glass lifting |
|
| Removal of external components |
|
| Cutting and removing old windscreen |
|
| Preparing pinchweld and aperture |
|
| Applying adhesive and primers |
|
| Installing new windscreen glass |
|
| Reinstallation of trims and components |
|
| ADAS and sensor calibration |
|
| Final inspection and cleanup |
|
| Customer handover and documentation |
|
| Pack up and departure |
|
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 identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing controls for auto glazing tasks
- Code of Practice: Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace – Requirements for safe use of primers, adhesives, sealants, and cleaning agents
- Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities – Ensuring workshop and mobile work areas are safe and fit for purpose
- Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace – Provision of first aid for cuts, eye injuries, and chemical exposure
- AS/NZS 1337.1: Eye and face protectors for occupational applications – Selection and use of eye and face protection during glass removal and installation
- AS/NZS 2161: Occupational protective gloves – Selection and use of hand protection when handling glass and sharp edges
- 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
Suitable for Industries
$96.8
Includes all formats + 2 years updates

Auto Glazing 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
Auto Glazing SWMS
Product Overview
This Auto Glazing Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) sets out the step-by-step procedures, hazards, and controls for the safe removal and installation of vehicle glass on Australian worksites. It is a fully developed, comprehensive document that covers multiple aspects of auto glazing work to support WHS compliance and effective control of risks associated with High Risk Construction Work.
Activities & Specific Tasks Covered
This document includes specific risk controls for:
- Safe removal and installation of vehicle glass, including windscreens, side windows, and rear screens
- Removal and installation of windscreen glass using appropriate tools, lifting aids, and manual handling techniques
- Standard vehicle windshield replacement procedures, from preparation and cutting out to fitting and clean-up
- Inspection and preparation of vehicle body apertures, pinch welds, and surrounds prior to glass installation
- Selection, handling, and application of primers, adhesives, and sealants in accordance with manufacturer instructions and SDS
- Control of hazardous substances and fumes during cutting, bonding, and curing processes
- Use of glass handling equipment, suction lifters, and supports to minimise breakage and manual handling injuries
- Management of sharp edges, broken glass, and offcuts, including safe clean-up and disposal of glass waste
- Protection of vehicle interiors, dashboards, trims, and paintwork during removal and refit activities
- Working in and around live traffic, car parks, and workshop environments, including vehicle movement controls
- Use, inspection, and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as cut-resistant gloves, eye and face protection
- Emergency procedures for glass breakage, chemical exposure, and personal injury incidents
- Housekeeping, cordoning off work areas, and maintaining safe access and egress around vehicles
Who is this for?
This SWMS is designed for auto glaziers, automotive repairers, mobile windscreen technicians, panel shops, and site supervisors overseeing vehicle glass replacement activities.
Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered
| Job Step / Activity | Potential Hazards |
|---|---|
| Pre-start planning |
|
| Site arrival and setup |
|
| Vehicle isolation and assessment |
|
| Manual handling and glass lifting |
|
| Removal of external components |
|
| Cutting and removing old windscreen |
|
| Preparing pinchweld and aperture |
|
| Applying adhesive and primers |
|
| Installing new windscreen glass |
|
| Reinstallation of trims and components |
|
| ADAS and sensor calibration |
|
| Final inspection and cleanup |
|
| Customer handover and documentation |
|
| Pack up and departure |
|
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 identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing controls for auto glazing tasks
- Code of Practice: Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace – Requirements for safe use of primers, adhesives, sealants, and cleaning agents
- Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities – Ensuring workshop and mobile work areas are safe and fit for purpose
- Code of Practice: First Aid in the Workplace – Provision of first aid for cuts, eye injuries, and chemical exposure
- AS/NZS 1337.1: Eye and face protectors for occupational applications – Selection and use of eye and face protection during glass removal and installation
- AS/NZS 2161: Occupational protective gloves – Selection and use of hand protection when handling glass and sharp edges
- 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