Help ensure compliance & protect your team with this industry-leading SWMS. This Use of Laser Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides a structured approach to identifying and controlling risks associated with laser use in the workplace. It outlines hazard controls, risk mitigation strategies, and best practices to help businesses adhere to Australian workplace safety standards when operating lasers in various environments.
 
Hazards & Control Measures Covered:
1️⃣ Planning & Risk Assessment
Site Induction & Pre-Start Meeting – Ensures all personnel are briefed on site-specific hazards, emergency procedures, and required PPE before work begins.
Work Area Inspections & Hazard Identification – Mandates visual inspections and risk assessments before laser use to identify potential hazards.
Equipment Maintenance & Pre-Use Checks – Requires daily pre-start inspections, scheduled maintenance, and verification of laser equipment functionality before operation.
2️⃣ Laser Safety Controls
Eye Burns & Exposure Risks – Enforces the use of protective eyewear and face shields to minimise the risk of laser-related eye injuries.
Laser Beam Height Management – Mandates maintaining the laser beam at a level that avoids direct exposure to workers’ eyes.
Protective Housing & Beam Stops – Requires the use of laser protective housing and beam stops to prevent unintended laser exposure.
Laser Alignment & Calibration – Ensures alignment is performed in a controlled manner to avoid hazardous reflections or unintended exposure.
Warning Signs & Restricted Zones – Mandates clearly marked laser hazard zones and compliant warning signage in accordance with AS 2397 standards.
3️⃣ Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Mandatory PPE Requirements – Specifies the use of steel cap boots, high-visibility clothing, eye protection, and sun protection when working with lasers.
4️⃣ Emergency Preparedness & Response
First Aid & Injury Response – Ensures first aid kits are accessible and personnel know emergency procedures for laser-related injuries.
Fire Safety & Evacuation Procedures – Mandates the location and use of firefighting equipment and emergency exits in case of an incident.
Environmental & Hazardous Changes – Requires immediate work cessation if environmental changes introduce new risks, with reassessment before recommencing operations.
 
Key Features of the SWMS:
Regulatory Compliance – Helps you align with Australian workplace safety laws and laser safety regulations.
Hazard Identification & Risk Control – Comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate laser-related dangers.
Emergency Preparedness – Clear response plans for laser-related incidents and injury management.
Fully Customisable Content – Easily editable to suit specific job sites and work environments.
 
Who is This SWMS Suitable For?
This Use of Laser SWMS is essential for:
Surveyors & Construction Workers
Technicians & Engineers Using Lasers
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations Involving Lasers
Any Workplace Using Laser Equipment
 
Additional Resources:
Included with the purchase is a free copy of our Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List to support your WHS documentation.
 
Ensure your workforce is equipped with the right procedures for laser safety. Download the Use of Laser SWMS today and help maintain a safe and compliant workplace.