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Safe Work Method and Environment Statement
Company Subcontractor:
Project Date:
JobTask Demolition SWMES No.
To be reviewed
Licences/Permits
Required or other
Competencies
Australian
Standards/Codes of
Practice/Legislation
Personal Protective
Clothing Required
Plant & Equipment
Required
Material Safety Data
Sheets - less than 5
years old
Have you considered the site specific Have you considered weather conditions? Eg. IN PREPARING A SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT YOU MUST:
hazards? Eg. - wind 1. Consider any site specific potential hazards and include any identified risks in Safe Work Method
- lay of the land - rain Statement (SWMS)
- obstacles (buildings, workers, - heat 2. Assess the risk
excavations, plant) - cold etc 3. Insert controls using the hierarchy of controls for the hazards identified
- changes to site conditions Have you considered job specific details? 4. Review the residual risk to ensure controls are adequate to safely perform the work
- other contractors’ work in progress - different material 5. Document the matters contained in items 1 – 4, above, in this SWMS
- different equipment 6. Complete the SWMS and Delete these notes to demonstrate that you have considered all relevant
matters
Any other factor that may make affect the risks 7. Ensure that all relevant employees have read, understood and signed off on the SWMS
associated with performing this task? 8. Ensure that work is carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the SWMS
NB: If you are unsure of anything seek professional advice. Master Builders WHS department can assist
members in developing and implementing safety plans, including SWMS.
Company
Authority: Cover Page Page 1
STEP 1
Hazard - Possible Consequences
Possible
Description
Code consequences
Death, Toxic release off site with detrimental effect,
Catastrophic
5 huge financial loss
Extensive injury, loss of production capability, off site
Major
4 release with no detrimental effects, Major financial loss
Medical Treatment required, on site release contained
Moderate
3 with outside assistance, high financial loss
First aid treatment required, on site release immediate
Minor
2 containment, medium financial loss
Insignificant No injury, low financial loss
1
STEP 2
Hazarda - Likelihood of occurrence
Likelihood of
Code Description
Occurance
The event is expected to occur in most
A Almost Certain circumstances
B Likely The event will probably occur in most circumstances
C Possible The event could occur at some time
D Unlikely The event might occur at some time
The event is expected to occur only in exceptional
E Rare circumstances
STEP 3
Hazard - Risk Analysis Matrix
Insignificant Minor Moderate Major Catastrophic
Likelihood 1 2 3 4 5
A (Almost
Certain) H H E E E
B
(Likely) M H H E E
C
(Possible) L M H E E
D
(unlikely) L L M H E
E
(Rare) L L M H H
STEP 4
Legend
E Extreme Risk - Immediate Action Required
H High Risk - Senior Management Attention required
M Moderate Risk - Management responsibility must be specified
L Low Risk - Manage by routine procedures
Job Steps Potential Hazard Risk Control Residual Person On Site
Risk
Rate Who Will Ensure
This Happens
Break the job down into steps What can cause harm at E What is going to be done to make E
each step H the job as safe as possible H
M M
L L
Prepare the site Manual Handling Placement of barricades to prevent entry
Unauthorised persons to site
Plant contact worker and/or Only workers trained in manual handling
member of public to erect barricades and signs
Safety Signs in place
Clear access & egress to site
H Plant to be secured when unattended and M [insert responsible person]
flashing lights to be utilised at all times
where fitted
If structure greater than 6 meters
notification of certain works to SafeWork
SA
Hazardous substances Evaluation and identification of all
Exposure asbestos in: hazardous substances on site before
Vinyl Tiles work commences
Asbestos roofing sheets Identify all substances that require
Lift brake linings specialist removal
Gaskets MSDS sheets required for PPE and
Insulating materials disposal methods
Containment procedure as per MSDS
E Ensure any hazardous substances and H [insert responsible person]
material is removed by licensed business
prior to commencement of work.
Consult the asbestos register
All asbestos related products to be
removed by a licensed specialist only,
and disposed of in the required methods
and place
Demolition
Identify Services Electric Shock Identify all services available at the site &
Gas locate
Water Isolation to be certified in writing by
Sewerage H qualified persons M [insert responsible person]
Tags to be placed as required
Checks for residual electricity to be made
before work commences
Remove PCBs Exposure to PCBs All PCB related products to be removed
by a licensed specialist only, and
E disposed of in the required method H [insert responsible person]
Place in sealed bin
General Demolition Dust inhalation Wear dust masks appropriate to material
Foreign body in eye on site, safety glasses, safety footwear
Cuts, lacerations, punctures and long clothing
E Salvage re-usable materials H [insert responsible person]
Remove waste from site
Obtain relevant engineering/council sign
off
Structural collapse Engineering report & demolition plan
Inadequate bracing required before start
Build up of debris Demolition to follow plan and separated
Plant around site components
Bracing as per plan
No debris to be allowed around site, only
E in the designated area H [insert responsible person]
Plant to be sectionalised away from semi
demolished structures
Area to undergo a daily inspection for
instability or non compliance with plan by
appropriate person
Fall from heights Use of EWP from ground level only
Removal of trusses No Go zone under areas where working
above is in progress, set up as per site
H plan
M [insert responsible person]
If working over side of EWP, safety
harness required
Pack up site Manual Handling Only workers trained in manual handling
Cuts, lacerations, punctures to dismantle signs and barricades.
Slips, trips, falls Appropraite PPE to be worn at all times.
H Work area to be kept clear of trip hazards M [insert responsible person]
at all times
Demolition
Safe Work Method and Environment Statement
We, the undersigned, confirm that we have been consulted regarding the above SWMES and that its content is clearly understood. We also confirm that our
required qualification/s to undertake this activity are current and that we are competent to complete the work safely and without risk to our own health or the health of
others. We clearly understand that the control/s in this SWMES must be applied as documented, otherwise work is to cease immediately, and we will ensure that the
work area is made safe should risks to other works, visitors or the public remain.
Name Job/Title Employed By Date Signed
I, the undersigned Supervisor confirm that I have checked all qualifications tendered and verify they are applicable and current. I have also ensured that
all inductions have taken place and that all tools and equipment are properly maintained and safe to use. I have issued all relevant permits and have
ensured to the best of my ability that the work area is safe and that the work will not damage any property or injure any persons.
Supervisor Name____________________ Supervisor Signature____________________ Date____________
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