Ensure a safe and compliant worksite with this SWMS. This Site Safety (General) Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines a structured approach to identifying and mitigating common site safety hazards. It details essential risk controls, hazard management strategies, and best practices to help businesses comply with Australian workplace safety regulations while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
 
Hazards & Control Measures Covered:
1️⃣ Planning & Risk Assessment
Daily Pre-Start Meetings – Ensures all workers attend site briefings, review potential hazards, and sign onto the pre-start sheet before commencing work.
Work Area Inspections – Requires checking site conditions, identifying potential risks, and implementing necessary control measures before starting tasks.
Personnel Training & Competency – Ensures workers have completed a site induction and have the necessary certifications and licenses for their tasks.
2️⃣ Manual Handling & Material Movement
Lifting & Carrying Heavy Materials – Requires safe manual handling techniques, team lifting, and the use of trolleys or lifting aids where possible.
Strains & Overexertion Risks – Mandates task rotation, correct lifting posture, and ensuring loads are positioned to reduce overreaching.
Falling Materials & Equipment – Ensures proper stacking, securing of materials, and designated exclusion zones for lifting activities.
3️⃣ Worksite Hazards & Environmental Conditions
Working Near Other Trades & Public Areas – Mandates signage, barricades, and spotters to prevent unauthorised access to hazardous areas.
Weather Conditions & Exposure – Requires work cessation in extreme weather, implementation of sun protection measures, and reassessment of slip hazards in wet conditions.
Fire Prevention & Safe Equipment Use – Mandates proper storage of flammable materials, maintaining fire extinguishers, and training workers in fire safety procedures.
4️⃣ Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & Safety Gear
Required PPE for Site Work – Ensures workers wear high-visibility clothing, steel-capped boots, safety glasses, gloves, and other job-specific protective gear.
Hearing & Respiratory Protection – Mandates hearing protection in high-noise areas and the use of respirators when exposed to dust or airborne contaminants.
Regular PPE Inspections – Requires workers to check and maintain their PPE before use, ensuring it is fit for purpose.
5️⃣ Emergency Preparedness & Incident Response
First Aid & Emergency Procedures – Ensures all personnel know the location of first aid kits, emergency exits, and site evacuation procedures.
Incident Reporting & Work Cessation – Mandates stopping work and reporting any injuries, near misses, or new hazards for reassessment before continuing.
Accident Response & Contacting Emergency Services – Requires immediate activation of emergency protocols, contacting emergency responders as needed, and securing the affected area.
 
Key Features of the SWMS:
Regulatory Compliance – Supports alignment with Australian workplace safety laws and site safety standards.
Hazard Identification & Risk Control – Covers essential safety measures to mitigate common site risks.
Emergency Preparedness – Establishes clear response procedures for incidents, hazardous conditions, and worksite emergencies.
Fully Customisable Content – Easily adaptable for different job sites and industry requirements.
 
Who is This SWMS Suitable For?
This Site Safety (General) SWMS is essential for:
Construction & Infrastructure Contractors
Tradespeople & Site Workers
Civil & Engineering Project Teams
Any Workplace Managing General Site Safety
 
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 team follows the correct procedures for site safety. Download the Site Safety (General) SWMS today and help maintain a compliant and secure work environment.