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Prevention Of Slips, Trips And Falls Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

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Prevention Of Slips, Trips And Falls Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

Introducing our Safe Work Method Statement Template for prevention of slips, trips, and falls! Our SWMS template is designed to help your team identify and manage risks associated with slips, trips, and falls in the workplace. Here are some of the key features of our template:

  • Pre-filled and Comprehensive: Our SWMS template is pre-filled with all the important information you need to effectively manage risks associated with slips, trips, and falls. We have done the hard work for you, saving you time and effort in preparing your own SWMS document.
  • Fully editable and customisable: Our template is fully editable and customisable in Microsoft Word format, making it easy for you to add or remove any information as required. This allows you to tailor the SWMS to your specific project needs and ensure it aligns with your company’s safety policies and procedures.
  • Scope and project details: The SWMS template includes the scope of the project and all important project details, ensuring all stakeholders are on the same page and understand what is expected of them.
  • Checklist of high-risk machinery: Our SWMS template includes a checklist of any high-risk machinery on-site, helping you identify potential hazards and manage them effectively.
  • Staff training record: The template provides space to record staff training, allowing you to ensure that all workers are trained in the necessary safety procedures and understand the risks associated with slips, trips, and falls.
  • Before and after risk ratings: Our SWMS template includes before and after risk ratings, making it easy to assess the effectiveness of your risk management strategies.
  • Legislative references: The template provides resources for use of legislative references, ensuring that your SWMS is compliant with all relevant legislation and regulations.
  • PPE requirements: The SWMS template includes all necessary PPE requirements, helping you ensure that all workers are properly protected on-site.
  • Risk assessment and risk assessment matrix: Our SWMS template includes a comprehensive risk assessment and risk assessment matrix, allowing you to effectively manage and mitigate risks associated with slips, trips, and falls.
  • Checklist for requirements coverage: We have included a checklist to ensure that all requirements have been covered when implementing the SWMS, helping you identify any potential gaps in your risk management strategies.
  • Sign-off page: The SWMS template includes a sign-off page for all workers and responsible persons, ensuring that everyone understands their responsibilities and is committed to ensuring a safe workplace.
  • Easy to use, easy to customise: Our SWMS template is designed to be easy to use and easy to customise, ensuring that you can quickly and easily create a comprehensive SWMS that meets the specific needs of your project.
  • Suitable for large contracts and tenders: Our SWMS template is suitable for large contracts and tenders, including tier 1 contractual work. It provides the necessary level of detail and compliance requirements for even the most complex projects.
  • Instantly delivered download: Our SWMS template is available as an instantly delivered download, allowing you to get started with creating your SWMS right away.

In summary, our Safe Work Method Statement Template for prevention of slips, trips, and falls is a helpful tool that can assist you in effectively managing risks associated with slips, trips, and falls in the workplace. It is designed to save you time and effort in creating your own SWMS document, while also providing the necessary level of detail and compliance requirements for even the most complex projects. So, why not give it a try today and help ensure a safe workplace for your team?

Here is some safety information regarding Prevention Of Slips, Trips And Falls:

Hazards: The following hazards have been identified in relation to slips, trips and falls:

  • Uneven surfaces
  • Wet surfaces
  • Slippery surfaces
  • Obstructions in walkways
  • Poor lighting
  • Unsuitable footwear
  • Incorrect use of ladders and stairs

Risk Assessment: Risk assessments will be conducted regularly to identify any potential hazards and to ensure that appropriate controls are implemented to reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls.

Controls:

  • Keep walkways and stairways free of obstructions and debris
  • Use non-slip floor coverings where appropriate
  • Ensure appropriate lighting is available
  • Use appropriate footwear
  • Use handrails when using stairs
  • Use ladders and step stools correctly
  • Ensure appropriate signage is displayed in hazardous areas

Procedures:

  • Conduct regular site inspections to identify any potential hazards and implement controls as required.
  • Ensure all workers and employees are trained on the correct use of ladders and step stools.
  • Encourage workers and employees to report any potential hazards or incidents.
  • Regularly review and update this SWMS as required.

Emergency Procedures: In the event of a slip, trip or fall, the following emergency procedures will be followed:

  • Administer first aid if required.
  • Notify the site manager or health and safety officer of the incident.
  • Investigate the incident and implement any necessary changes to prevent a recurrence.

Gary’s Safety Tips

G’day everyone! It’s your mate Gary here with few safety tips. Today, we’re gonna have a chat about the importance of auditing Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) in your workplace.

First things first, let’s talk about what a SWMS actually is. It’s basically a document that outlines the specific steps that need to be taken to complete a task safely. It’s a critical piece of documentation that ensures everyone on the job site knows what they need to do to stay safe.

Now, you might be thinking, “Gary, why do I need to audit my SWMS? Can’t we just create it once and forget about it?” Well, my friend, that’s where you’re wrong. Auditing your SWMS is critical to ensure that the document is up-to-date and accurate. Things can change on a job site, and you need to make sure that your SWMS is reflective of those changes.

When you audit your SWMS, you’re essentially checking to make sure that it’s still applicable to the task at hand. You want to make sure that the document is accurate and that all the hazards and risks associated with the job are still relevant. By doing so, you’re ensuring that your workers are operating in a safe environment and that they know exactly what they need to do to complete their tasks safely.

Now, let’s talk about how to audit your SWMS. The first step is to review the document thoroughly. You want to make sure that all the steps and procedures outlined in the SWMS are still accurate and up-to-date. You also want to ensure that all the hazards and risks associated with the job are still relevant and have been properly addressed in the document.

Next, you need to ensure that your workers are actually following the SWMS. You can do this by observing them on the job site and comparing their actions to what’s outlined in the SWMS. If there are any discrepancies, you need to address them immediately and make sure that everyone is on the same page.

Another important aspect of auditing your SWMS is to ensure that your workers have actually read and understand the document. You can do this by quizzing them on the content of the SWMS or having them sign a document acknowledging that they have read and understand the SWMS.

Now, some of you might be thinking, “Gary, this sounds like a lot of work. Why should I bother auditing my SWMS?” Well, my friend, let me tell you why. First and foremost, auditing your SWMS is critical to ensuring the safety of your workers. It ensures that everyone on the job site knows exactly what they need to do to complete their tasks safely. In the event of an accident, having an up-to-date SWMS can also help protect your business from liability.

But auditing your SWMS isn’t just about safety and liability. It’s also about efficiency. By ensuring that your workers are following the SWMS, you’re ensuring that they’re completing their tasks in the most efficient way possible. This can save you time and money in the long run and make your business more profitable.

In conclusion, auditing your SWMS is critical to ensuring the safety of your workers and the success of your business. It might seem like a lot of work, but it’s well worth the effort. By reviewing and updating your SWMS regularly, you’re ensuring that your workers are operating in a safe environment and completing their tasks efficiently. So, take the time to audit your SWMS, and you’ll see the benefits in no time. Thanks for tuning in!

Cheers,

Prevention Of Slips, Trips And Falls Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

Total Inc GST

$96.80

After working for larger companies that take their safety seriously, Bluesafe’s documentation was on par with these companies. You’ve given us the ability to access the same sort of resources that only bigger companies have access to.

Warren Kingsley
Alstain Sheetmetal

 

I was very impressed with both the service and the turnaround time in dealing with Bluesafe. I was up and running with minimal fuss.

Dr Doug Josephides
Bayside Natural Medicine

 

You guys added real value with the required documentation that was high quality, affordable, very well put together and easy to implement. By the way, we secured our government tender for another seven years.

Rodney Prendergast
MMLA Group

 

Getting through an audit can be a daunting experience. Bluesafe’s documentation made the experience so much easier than we had anticipated and we passed the audit without any issues whatsoever. Thanks again, highly appreciated.

Brock Richards
Richards Quality Projects

 

Thanks so much for the quick response! Not only are the documents comprehensive, but on the same morning my audit was due I received the support I needed within the hour. Highly recommended!

Kathie Gorman
Kaygee Home and Community Support

 

From the initial contact we’ve had with Bluesafe we’ve found that your customer service, product quality and the after sales support to have been nothing short of excellent. You’ve given us a great customer experience.

Glenn King
Turnco Office Furniture

 

I just want to say a heartfelt thanks to the team at Bluesafe. Thank you so much for your service, help and support… We passed our NDIS audit!

Dr Scott Ling
Sustain Health

 

Prevention Of Slips, Trips And Falls Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

Total Inc GST

$96.80

After working for larger companies that take their safety seriously, Bluesafe’s documentation was on par with these companies. You’ve given us the ability to access the same sort of resources that only bigger companies have access to.

Warren Kingsley
Alstain Sheetmetal

 

I was very impressed with both the service and the turnaround time in dealing with Bluesafe. I was up and running with minimal fuss.

Dr Doug Josephides
Bayside Natural Medicine

 

You guys added real value with the required documentation that was high quality, affordable, very well put together and easy to implement. By the way, we secured our government tender for another seven years.

Rodney Prendergast
MMLA Group

 

Getting through an audit can be a daunting experience. Bluesafe’s documentation made the experience so much easier than we had anticipated and we passed the audit without any issues whatsoever. Thanks again, highly appreciated.

Brock Richards
Richards Quality Projects

 

Thanks so much for the quick response! Not only are the documents comprehensive, but on the same morning my audit was due I received the support I needed within the hour. Highly recommended!

Kathie Gorman
Kaygee Home and Community Support

 

From the initial contact we’ve had with Bluesafe we’ve found that your customer service, product quality and the after sales support to have been nothing short of excellent. You’ve given us a great customer experience.

Glenn King
Turnco Office Furniture

 

I just want to say a heartfelt thanks to the team at Bluesafe. Thank you so much for your service, help and support… We passed our NDIS audit!

Dr Scott Ling
Sustain Health

 

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