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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template

This safe work method statement (SWMS) template outlines the high risk construction work activities to be carried out at a workplace, the potential and existing hazards associated with these activities, and the measures to put in place to control the risks.

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Title Page

Contractor Name
Location
Conducted on
Prepared by

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT TEMPLATE

Job description
High risk construction work
- Working at Heights
- Asbestos
- Excavation
- Chemical hazards
- Concrete elements
- Extreme temperature
- Telecommunication tower work
- Load-bearing for repairs
- Use of explosives
- Electrical installation
- Traffic
- Risk of drowning
- Demolition of load-structure
- Confined space
- Work near gas piping
- Work in contaminated atmosphere
- Working near powered plants
- Other
other high-risk construction work
Click + to add task involved, risk assosciated with these tasks and control measures
Task involved
Control Measures

Confirmation

Recommendations
Click + to add name of person involved
Full Name, signature and position

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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template

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The templates available in our Public Library have been created by our customers and employees to help get you started using SafetyCulture's solutions. The templates are intended to be used as hypothetical examples only and should not be used as a substitute for professional advice. You should seek your own professional advice to determine if the use of a template is permissible in your workplace or jurisdiction. You should independently determine whether the template is suitable for your circumstances.