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WHAT HIGH RISK CONSTRUCTION WORK ACTIVITIES ARE BEING CARRIED OUT ON THIS SITE?

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SWMS General Instructions:

1. Write down in the (Job/Task column) a description of the job process or action that is being performed.

2. Identify and write down the potential hazards (Potential Hazards column) associated with the job process or action.

3. Use the Risk Matrix above to calculate the potential risk level for each hazard and enter the number (in the Risk Level column

4. Risk Control Applied - select the most appropriate method and control measure to control the risk.

5. Calculate and enter a post-risk level for each hazard, to make sure it is As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).

6. Write down the person who is responsible for implementing the risk controls (in the Person Responsible column).

7. The Supervisor is to monitor the risk controls daily (or as required) and review SWMS weekly (or as required) in consultation with relevant workers, to make sure the risk control measures remain effective in eliminating hazards and risk, or minimising risk to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).

8. The Supervisor must hold a safety meeting (pre-start or toolbox) to induct workers into the revised sections of the SWMS.

 

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STEP No.	JOB/TASK ELEMENT (What is the job process)	POTENTIAL HAZARD (What may cause injury/illness)	RISK Level (1,2,3)	RISK CONTROL (How to control the risk) 1. Eliminate (most effective) 2. Isolate / Substitute 3. Engineering 4. Administration 5. PPE (least effective)	Post Risk Level (ALARP)	RESPONSIBLE PERSON (who will implement and monitor the control measures)
1	Arrive on work site	Public injury Accessing a construction site with high-risk hazards	1	• Install a 1.8m ATF fence exclusion zone to stop unauthorised public access • Make sure fence is kept locked when unattended	3	Supervisor:
2	Induct workers to site and SWMS	Workers unaware of hazards and risks	1	• Induct all workers to site and sign off on induction sheet • Induct workers into this SWMS and all workers to sign off and date • Ensure correct PPE is worn. Remove jewellery or use silicone guard or glove and/or heavy tape to wrap round jewellery item before starting work around pool, plant, and equipment	3	Supervisor:
3	Deliveries & Craning Materials into position **High Risk Construction Work*	Working near a powered mobile plant Risk of serious injury or death	1	• Set up Exclusion Zone and competent Spotter to protect pedestrians / workers • Only doggers are permitted inside the crane slewing or operating radius • Spotter must keep all unauthorised persons out of the exclusion zone • Crane Operator to provide SWMS and HRW license to Supervisor before starting	3	Supervisor: **SAFETY NOTE** If a mobile crane is used, the operator must supply a compliant SWMS & proof of HRW license to Supervisor before starting
4	Carry construction materials and equipment to work area	Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries.	2	Instruct workers in correct manual handling: • Use mechanical lifting aids or team lifting for heavy/awkward loads • Lift with legs and not your back, and keep your back reasonably straight • Keep load close to body, and DO NOT twist or overreach when lowering or lifting loads	3	Supervisor:
5	Outdoor Construction Work All outdoor activity exposed to ultraviolet rays	Ultraviolet exposure – eye and skin damage, and	2	• Wear a ventilated wide brimmed hat, wear UV 30+ sunscreen • Wear appropriate clothing to protect against ultra violet rays	3	Supervisor:
		Heat Stress Causing serious illness or death	2	• Where possible use mechanical equipment to minimise manual handling and physical exertion • Allow for more rest breaks in a well shaded area • Avoid the hottest part of the day by rescheduling all physically demanding work to the cooler part of the day (if possible) • Provide cool water or electrolyte- replacement drink for workers during extreme heat conditions and encourage workers to drink regularly every 20 minutes at least • Wear light weight clothing and wide brimmed hats • Provide safety instruction on Heat Stress risk controls	3	Supervisor:
6	Coping Works  Clean and prepare concrete pool edge and surrounds for coping works  Install coping as per plan and specifications  Clean the coping with a diluted acid mix if required  Clean cement dust off coping and pavers	Electrocution Using power leads and electrical equipment	1	• Use a Type 1 or2 RCD safety switch box and test trip switch before operating tools • Test & tagging must be done every 3 mths • Use battery operated drills	3	Supervisor:
		Falling more than 2m into an empty pool Risk of serious injury	1	• Erect edge protection or barrier where a worker may fall 2m or more • Use pool steps to enter and exit pool • Supervisor must enforce risk controls	3	Supervisor:
		Dusty atmosphere Inhaling Silica Dust and other dusts from drilling work	1	• Workers to use a P2 cartridge half face masks as per manufacturer’s instructions • REFER TO SWMS131 – RCS SLICA DUST	3	Supervisor:
		Eye injury from debris	2	• Wear anti-fogging safety goggles/safety glasses using impact drill or jackhammer	3	Supervisor:
		Slips, Trips and Falls From falling broken tiles	2	• Remove unused materials and equipment from walkway, pool edge and work area	3	Supervisor:
		Hazardous manual task Using impact equipment for risk of causing MSD injury	2	• Take regular short breaks and rotate workers if required • Use tools with ergonomic handle grips	3	Supervisor:
		Noise Hazard – hearing loss from machinery/equipment	2	• Workers to wear adequate earmuffs and/or ear plugs for noisy work (>85dB)	3	Supervisor:
		Chemical hazard Risk of illness or injury	2	• Ensure all workers using chemicals are aware of health risks • Read and follow safety instructions on Safety Data Sheet (SDS)	3	Supervisor:
7	Pebbling Works • Clean and prepare concrete pool surface for pebbling works • Mix pebble rendering materials and apply to pool walls and floor surface • Use high pressure water cleaner unit to expose the pebble • Do a finish clean with a diluted acid mix if required • Clean render cement dust off coping and pavers	Electrocution Using power leads and electrical equipment	1	• Use a Type 1 or2 RCD safety switch box and test trip switch before operating tools • Test & tagging must be done every 3 mths • Use battery operated drills	3	Supervisor:   **SAFETY NOTE** 1. The pebbling subcontractor must provide a site specific SWMS to the Supervisor before starting work. 2. The Supervisor must monitor the subcontractors SWMS risk controls and ensure that the risk controls on this page are included in their SWMS.
		Falling more than 2m into an empty pool Risk of serious injury	1	• Erect edge protection or barrier where a worker may fall 2m or more • Use pool steps to enter and exit pool • Supervisor must enforce risk controls	3
		Dusty atmosphere Inhaling Silica Dust and other dusts from drilling work	1	• Workers to use a P2 cartridge half face masks as per manufacturer’s instructions • REFER TO SWMS131 – RCS SLICA DUST	3
		Eye injury from debris	2	• Wear anti-fogging safety goggles/safety glasses using impact drill or jackhammer	3
		Slips, Trips and Falls From falling broken tiles	2	• Remove unused materials and equipment from walkway, pool edge and work area	3
		Hazardous manual task Using impact equipment continuously causing MSD injury	2	• Take regular short breaks and rotate workers if required • Use tools with ergonomic handle grips	3
		Noise Hazard – hearing loss from machinery/equipment	2	• Workers to wear adequate earmuffs and/or ear plugs for noisy work (>85dB)	3
		Chemical hazard Risk of illness	2	• Ensure all workers using chemicals are aware of health risks • Read and follow safety instructions on Safety Data Sheet (SDS)	3
*PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): Workers must be wearing all mandatory PPE before entering the site and wear correct PPE for tasks performed

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STEP No.	JOB/TASK ELEMENT (What is the job process)	POTENTIAL HAZARD (What may cause injury/illness)	RISK Level (1,2,3)	RISK CONTROL (How to control the risk) 1. Eliminate (most effective) 2. Isolate / Substitute 3. Engineering 4. Administration 5. PPE (least effective)	Post Risk Level (ALARP)	RESPONSIBLE PERSON (who will implement and monitor the control measures)
8	Tiling Works  Clean and prepare concrete pool surface for tiling  Install tiles as per plan and specifications  Do a tile finish clean with a diluted acid mix if required  Clean cement dust off coping and pavers   Supervisor Safety Note: Ensure that SWMS is site specific and cross out any sections that are not applicable to this task or site. Supervisor to initial and date any changes.	Electrocution Using power leads and electrical equipment	1	• Use a Type 1 or2 RCD safety switch box and test trip switch before operating tools • Test & tagging must be done every 3 mths • Use battery operated drills	3	Supervisor:
		Falling more than 2m into an empty pool Risk of serious injury	1	• Erect edge protection or barrier where a worker may fall 2m or more • Use pool steps to enter and exit pool • Supervisor must enforce risk controls	3	Supervisor:
		Dusty atmosphere Inhaling Silica Dust and other dusts from drilling work	1	• Workers to use a P2 cartridge half face masks as per manufacturer’s instructions REFER TO SWMS131 – RCS SLICA DUST	3	Supervisor:
		Eye injury from debris	2	• Wear anti-fogging safety goggles/safety glasses using impact drill or jackhammer	3	Supervisor:
		Slips, Trips and Falls From falling broken tiles	2	• Remove unused materials and equipment from walkway, pool edge and work area	3	Supervisor:
		Hazardous manual task Using impact equipment continuously causing MSD injury	2	• Take regular short breaks and rotate workers if required • Use tools with ergonomic handle grips	3	Supervisor:
		Noise Hazard – hearing loss from machinery/equipment	2	• Workers to wear adequate earmuffs and/or ear plugs for noisy work (>85dB)	3	Supervisor:
		Chemical hazard Risk of illness or injury	2	• Ensure all workers using chemicals are aware of health risks • Read and follow safety instructions on Safety Data Sheet (SDS)	3	Supervisor:
9	Load all Tools, Equipment, Material (if required) onto the ute or trailer	Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries.	2	• Use mechanical lifting aids or team lifting for heavy/awkward loads • Lift with legs and not your back, and keep your back reasonably straight • Keep load close to body, and DO NOT twist or overreach when lowering or lifting loads	3	Supervisor:
		Slips and Trips	2	• Keep ground surface clear of obstacles and keep access and egress clear for workers	3	Supervisor:
10	Site Clean-up Once work site and pool area is cleaned and all equipment and materials are removed, place all rubbish in designated bags, containers, or skip.	Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries.	2	• Use mechanical lifting aids or team lifting for heavy/awkward loads • Lift with legs and not your back, and keep your back reasonably straight • Keep load close to body, and DO NOT twist or overreach when lowering or lifting loads	3	Supervisor:
		Slips and Trips From rubbish or equipment blocking access ways.	2	• Keep ground surface clear of obstacles and keep access and egress clear for workers	3	Supervisor:
11	Notify the authorised person in charge of the site that the work is complete, and the site is left safe, clean, and secure	Public injury from unauthorised access	2	• Ensure site is totally clean and safe for public access • If there is a security fence, ensure that it is locked before leaving the site	3	Supervisor:
*PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): Workers must be wearing all mandatory PPE before entering the site and wear correct PPE for tasks performed

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1. After completing a site-specific risk assessment ensure that all new hazards identified are recorded on the register below.
2. Make sure that you match up the new hazard with the relevant SWMS Step number and task that the hazard is associated with.
3. Write down the ‘Step number’ in the first column below so that workers can understand and follow the revised SWMS and new risk controls easily.
4. The supervisor must complete the SWMS review register at the bottom of the last page in the SWMS, then initial and date.

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The following workers have been inducted into this Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS), and this SWMS has been developed through consultation with the following workers who have read, understood and signed this Safe Work Method Statement Register

WORKERS CONSULTED FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS SWMS

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Site Specific Emergency Response Procedure

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