Gary’s Safety Tips
Hey everyone! Firstly, let me tell you that a SWMS is a written document that outlines the high-risk work activities involved in a job, the hazards associated with those activities, and the control measures that need to be put in place to manage those hazards. It’s important to have a SWMS for any job that has the potential to cause harm to workers or others, so let’s get started on how to write one.
Step 1: Identify the high-risk work activities involved in the job
Before you can start writing your SWMS, you need to identify the high-risk work activities involved in the job. This might include things like working at heights, using hazardous chemicals, operating heavy machinery, or working in confined spaces. Once you’ve identified these activities, you can move on to the next step.
Step 2: Identify the hazards associated with those activities
Now that you’ve identified the high-risk work activities, you need to identify the hazards associated with those activities. Hazards might include things like falls, electric shocks, exposure to harmful chemicals, or getting stuck in confined spaces. Make sure you identify all the hazards associated with each activity.
Step 3: Identify the control measures that need to be put in place to manage those hazards
Once you’ve identified the hazards, you need to identify the control measures that need to be put in place to manage those hazards. Control measures might include things like providing workers with personal protective equipment (PPE), ensuring that machinery is regularly maintained and inspected, or implementing safe work procedures. Make sure you identify all the control measures needed to manage each hazard.
Step 4: Write your SWMS
Now that you’ve identified the high-risk work activities, hazards, and control measures, it’s time to write your SWMS. Make sure you include all the relevant information in your SWMS, including the job title, a description of the work activities, a list of the hazards associated with those activities, and the control measures that will be put in place to manage those hazards. Make sure your SWMS is clear, concise, and easy to understand.
Step 5: Implement your SWMS
Finally, it’s time to implement your SWMS. This means making sure that everyone involved in the job is aware of the SWMS and understands their role in implementing it. It also means making sure that the control measures outlined in the SWMS are actually put in place and followed. Regularly review and update your SWMS to make sure it remains relevant and effective.
So there you have it, folks! That’s how you write a Safe Work Method Statement and implement it like a pro. Remember, safety is always the top priority, so make sure you take the time to do it right. Stay safe out there!
Cheers,
