Disability and Aged Care SWMS Templates

Disability and aged care services involve assisting people with mobility, personal care, daily living and community participation. Without clear, well-documented Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), carers and support workers are exposed to risks such as musculoskeletal injury, slips, trips, falls and exposure to biological or chemical hazards.

BlueSafe offers specialised Disability and Aged Care SWMS templates that help providers manage WHS obligations while supporting safe, high-quality care.

These templates are suitable for residential aged care facilities, group homes, supported independent living environments, day programs and community-based support services.

What’s Included in Disability and Aged Care SWMS?

Each care sector SWMS template typically includes:

• hazard identification for manual handling, client transfers, infection control and cleaning chemicals
• control measures that promote safe techniques and use of equipment such as hoists and slide sheets
• step-by-step procedures for common care tasks and associated support activities
• PPE requirements, hygiene measures and infection prevention controls
• emergency response guidance and incident reporting prompts
• worker sign-off section and space for supervisor review

These templates are ideal for use in staff inductions, refresher training and toolbox talks in care environments.

Typical Disability and Aged Care SWMS Topics

This category may cover SWMS templates for:

• manual handling and client transfers
• use of hoists and mechanical lifters
• personal care and bathroom assistance
• cleaning and infection control
• medication support related tasks (where applicable)
• basic maintenance or gardening undertaken by care staff

If you require a SWMS for a specific care-related task, BlueSafe can develop a custom SWMS tailored to your organisation and client needs.

Why Care Providers Choose BlueSafe

• ✔ Focused on real risks in disability and aged care settings
• ✔ Easy for support workers and nurses to understand
• ✔ Fully editable Word documents
• ✔ Free branding with your organisation’s logo and details
• ✔ Suitable for NDIS providers, aged care homes and community care services

Disability and Aged Care SWMS Overview

Disability and Aged Care SWMS templates help providers document safe work practices for common care activities and support WHS due diligence.
Use them alongside care plans, policies and training materials to strengthen your overall safety management system.