Truck Driving (Speed) Safe Work Method Statement
 
Introduction:
Our comprehensive Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) template is specifically designed to support businesses in the transport sector. This useful template focuses on the critical aspects of managing speed-related risks involved in truck driving. Tailored to integrate seamlessly into your existing Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) management systems, this SWMS template is fully customisable to reflect your company details.
 
Hazards & Control Measures Covered:
This SWMS template details a range of common potential hazards and the corresponding control measures associated with truck driving, particularly managing speed:
Scheduled & Unforeseen Delays: Strategies to handle delays without compromising safety.
Training Requirements: Ensuring all drivers are trained in speed management and understand their responsibilities.
Maintenance and Equipment: Emphasis on the importance of vehicle upkeep and the use of speed-limiting devices.
Emergency Procedures: Outlined steps for responding to incidents and emergencies effectively.
Environmental Factors: Adjustments for unforeseen road and weather conditions.
 
Additional Resources:
Included with this SWMS is a free copy of our Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List.
 
Key Features:
Our SWMS template is a valuable tool to help streamline the documentation of your safety procedures. Easy to edit and quick to customise, this template helps you efficiently document and manage safety controls, reducing the administrative burden and allowing more time to focus on the safe execution of truck driving activities.