Free SWMS Templates

Professionally written Safe Work Method Statement templates for Australian high-risk construction work. Free to download as PDF or Excel.

Working at Heights

6 templates

SWMS for tasks involving a risk of falling more than 2 metres, including scaffolding, roof access, EWP operations and structural steel erection.

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Demolition

6 templates

SWMS for demolition work including manual strip-outs, mechanical demolition and structural demolition that affects the physical integrity of a structure.

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Asbestos & Hazardous Materials

6 templates

SWMS for work involving or likely to disturb asbestos, lead paint, or other hazardous materials requiring specialist removal procedures.

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Excavation & Earthworks

6 templates

SWMS for excavation work including trenching, pier drilling, road works and earthmoving operations deeper than 1.5 metres.

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Crane, Lifting & Rigging

6 templates

SWMS for crane operations, rigging, slinging and all lifting activities involving powered mobile plant or mechanical lifting equipment.

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Electrical Work

6 templates

SWMS for work on or adjacent to energised electrical installations, including new installations, switchboard work, solar PV and underground cable.

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Confined Spaces

6 templates

SWMS for work in confined spaces including tanks, vessels, sewers, underground chambers and any space with restricted access and egress.

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Structural & Formwork

6 templates

SWMS for structural work including timber framing, formwork erection, tilt-up panels and precast concrete installation.

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Plumbing & Gas

6 templates

SWMS for plumbing, gas fitting and roof plumbing work including hot water systems, stormwater drainage and gas installations.

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Welding & Hot Work

6 templates

SWMS for welding, cutting, grinding and other hot work activities that introduce an ignition source and associated fire and fume risks.

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Concrete, Masonry & Roofing

6 templates

SWMS for concrete pouring and finishing, concrete cutting, bricklaying, blockwork, and metal and tile roof installation.

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General Construction

6 templates

SWMS for general construction trades including painting, flooring, tiling, insulation, HVAC installation and carpentry fit-out.

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