Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) SWMS No: 005

Organisation & Project Details SWMS No. 005 Rev. 01

Organisation Name: Cam Hammond Floors Pty Ltd Contact Name: Tim Hammond

ACN/ABN 609 343 535 / 43 609 343 535 Contact Position: Director

Address: 4/84 Voltri Street, Mentone Contract Phone No: (03) 9584 1833

Project:
Victorian Specialist Centre Head Contractor: Hagta Group

Project Address: 268-272 Manningham Rd, Templestowe Lower

This SWMS has been reviewed Tim Hammond

and approved by:

Activity: Manual Handling 15/03/18

Position: Director Date:

Signature: Tim Hammond

Person responible for SWMS

TBA Position: Site Supervisor Signature:
compliance

TBA No. of
Expected Start Date: Duration of Work: TBA Max: TBA Min: 1
employees to
be used:

Competencies & Licences: Construction Induction Card, Site Induction, SWMS Toolbox Talk

Mandatory PPE Non-Mandatory PPE

PPE Required:

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Equipment Used:
Maintenance checks:
Hazardous Substances:
Permits to Work:
High Risk Work:
Occupational Health & Safety or
Environmental Legislation:
Revision of SWMS will be conducted through consultation with workers at Pre-Start/Toolbox meetings as site specifics risks arise
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National Code of Practice for the Construction Industry
Manual Handling
AS 1841.5 – Fire Extinguishers
AS 3760 Electrical Test & Tag
AS 4399 Sun Protective Clothing
AS/NZS 1269.3 Occupational Noise Management – Hearing Protector Program
AS/NZS 2161.1-2000 Occupational protective gloves – Selection, use and maintenance
Codes of Practice or
AS 4360-2004 Risk Management
OHS Act 2004 Australian Standards
AS 1873 Power – Actuated hand held fastening tools
OHS Regulations 2017 applicable to the
AS/NZS 60745.1 Hand held motor operated electric tools
Environmental Protection Act 1970 works:
National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work)
National Code of Practice for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders
Caused From Performing Manual Tasks
First Aid in the Workplace Compliance Code
Workplace Amenities and Work Environment Compliance Code.
National Code of Practice for Hazardous Substances.
AS/NZS 2455.1:2007 Textile Floor Coverings Installation practice
AS/NZS 2455.2:2007 Textile Floor Coverings Installation practice
 Hierarchy of Controls
The hierarchy of controls must be applied in the
order below for all identified hazards. The
higher the risk score, the more emphasis should
be placed on the more effective controls, such
as elimination and substitution.
Likelihood / Probability
Tick each control as it is considered
Level Description of Consequence or Impact Consequence L M U
Likely Moderate Unlikely 1. Elimination
Elimination is the most effective way of
managing a risk. For example – filling in a hole
to remove a trip hazard

2. Substitution
This is the next most effective way to manage a
risk. For example – using a less harmful
chemical

3. Isolation / Engineering
Isolation may include limiting how many
people are exposed to a hazard. For example,
using noisy equipment at night time when less
people are present

4. Administrative
Examples of this kind of control include
training and instruction

5. PPE
PPE is the least effective of all the controls and
should be seen as the last line of defense
 Potential death, permanent disability or major
H (1)
structural failure/damage. Off-site environmental H (1)
(High level of 1 1 2
discharge/release not contained and significant long- (High)
harm)
term environmental harm.
Potential temporary disability or minor structural
M (2) failure/damage.
M (2)
(Medium level On-site environmental discharge/release contained, 1 2 3
(Medium)
of harm) minor remediation required, short-term
environmental harm.
Incident that has the potential to cause persons to
L (3)
require first aid.
(Low level of L (3)
On-site environmental discharge/release immediately 2 3 3
(Low)
harm) contained minor level clean up with no short-term
environmental harm.
Level Likelihood / Probability
Likely Could happen frequently
Moderate Could happen occasionally
Unlikely May occur only in exceptional circumstances

Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual

Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
1 Job Planning, Pre Start meetings All employees must:
& Site Inductions
Possess a construction industry induction Card.
Existing site environment
hazards, hazardous materials, Attend a site-specific induction.
plant and equipment hazards
due to Inadequate: Attend a Toolbox talk on the contents of this Supervisor
1 3
SWMS.
• Training
• Induction Provide supervision on the site.
• Pre-Start Meeting
Make sure that all employees are instructed in
the correct use of:
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
 Risk Class/
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk
Ranking
2 Working on a construction site
Contact with equipment,
chemicals other work
practices resulting in crush
& impact injuries.
Falling objects resulting in
crush & Impact injuries
Exposure to high levels of
noise potentially causing:
(long term health issues)
Name of Persons Residual
Controls
responsible for work Risk Score
• Plant and equipment.
• Tools,
• Hazardous substances and materials
(Provide Material Safety Data Sheets -
SDS).
• Have the relevant competency card
when operating plant
• Builders on site traffic management
plan as required.
• On site permit systems as required.
Note: for additional risks and control measures
which are not listed on this SWMS, use
revisions section provided at the rear attach
additional worksheets to the end of this SWMS
(as required).
Report to Site Manager on arrival and complete
site specific induction. Work area to be isolated
from other trades. Wear hard hat, fluorescent
vest & safety boots.
Complete site specific induction
Supervisor
Adjust SWMS if required to suit site specific
&
2 conditions. 2
Installer
All site operatives must be familiar with site
emergency response procedures and
evacuation points.
Flooring areas will be barricaded as much as
practicable to warn nearby workers/persons of
live works.
Specific work processes can generate high Supervisor
2 levels of noise. & 3
Installer
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
Hearing damage The highest control would be to elimination or
substitution tools and/or equipment that
generate high levels of noise.

If not practical the following considerations to

be implemented:

Exclusion zones established around work areas

as required.

Hearing protection to be worn during high

Employee fatigue due to a
lack of monitoring, potentially
causing:
temporary disablement or,
serious injury
1 &
noise generated work processes
Specific work processes can increase the
likelihood of fatigue in personnel, ensure:
Monitor teams work rate and breaks.
Supervisor
3
Ensure team get regular, scheduled breaks.
Installer
Rotate personnel as required.

Monitor teams maintenance on PPE as

required
Exposure to extremes of Site Supervisor to ensure employees are
temperature i.e. monitored on a regular basis, to ensure
hyperthermia, heat exposure warning signs are identified early.
exhaustion or stroke,
potentially causing: Provide shelter from extremes of weather i.e. Supervisor
1 & 3
Temporary disablement or, warm or cool place to rest.
Installer
serious injury
Provide welfare facilities for the eating of meals
and preparation of hot drinks.
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
Ensure personnel wear correct protective
clothing.

Ensure supply of drinking water available at all

times.

Allow for rest periods as required.

3 Check work area where manual Loose materials resulting in Consider the task at hand and assess the risk
handling will take place and slips trips & falls factors which are likely to cause manual
conduct a onsite risk handling injuries, taking into account the
assessment following factors –

• Actions and movements used;

• Layout/condition of work environment;
• Posture of the body whilst working;
• Duration and frequency of the task;
• Weight and position of the object and its
intended final location;
• Nature of the object; Supervisor
1 • Work organisation; & 3
• Age, skill and experience of the worker; Installer

wear steel capped, rubber soled boots at all

times

Ensure that loose materials and other rubbish

is not left in access ways or in work zones.

Do not carry out manual handling work tasks

where slippery underfoot-surface conditions
exist.

Work areas should be kept free and clear of

debris etc. that could present an obstacle to
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
performing MH tasks.
4 Implement Manual Handling Lifting awkward/heavy When a manual handling risk has been
Risk Control Measures materials resulting in back identified, take steps to control it by –
strain & musculoskeletal
injuries.
Redesigning the task to remove or minimise the
risk;

If redesign is not possible, use mechanical aids

(where practicable) to assist in the task and
remove the manual handling risk;

If neither is possible, then provide particular

training/ education to the worker(s) to control
the risk.

Ensure personnel are trained in manual Supervisor

1 handling and/or effectively supervised. & 3
Installer
If load is heavy or awkward, get help. DO NOT
TRY TO LIFT ON YOUR OWN.

Use team lifts for heavy, long or awkward loads

and control and coordinate team movements
with signals.
Eliminate unnecessary manual handling- Use
mechanical aids where possible.

Allow for frequent rest periods and job

rotation.
Organise a smooth work flow.

Ensure personnel are trained in safe lifting

procedures.
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score

Ensure workplace is uncluttered and well lit &

5 Manual Handling of Loads
Lifting awkward/heavy
materials resulting in back
strain & musculoskeletal
injuries.
floor surfaces are even and non slip.
Make sure your feet are always on solid ground
Get a solid hold of item which is about to be
carried.

Tighten your stomach and lift with legs

Lift load slowly and don’t jerk

Communicate timing of lift with other person

assisting with the lift
Hold load as close to body as possible
Supervisor
1 & 3
Where ever possible use mechanical aids. Installer
A tool box talks to be conducted prior to
commencement of works.

Get delivery vehicle as close as possible for

unloading.

Use hand trolley & correct lifting methods.

Size up the lift & test for weight.

If too heavy or awkward ask for help.

Place your feet correctly. For good balance

keep feet apart, one foot beside the load and
one slightly behind it.
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score

Bend your knees, keep a straight back.

Grip the load firmly with both hands, keeping it

close to your body.

Raise your head, pull your chin, keep your back

straight & tighten your stomach muscles.

Lift the load to waist level by straightening your

legs, keeping your elbows close to your body.

To put the load down, use the same principles:

straight back, bend at the knees.

Allow for frequent rest periods and job

rotation.

Ensure new workers are adequately

supervised.

Perform all movements in a controlled,

balanced and comfortable position.

Minimise repetitive bending, twisting and over

reaching movements.

Use correct lifting techniques, including-

Beware of sharp edged materials – wear safety
gloves.

Complete the lift with your head held straight.

Hold and carry the load close to your body to
reduce the strain on your arms, shoulders and
back.
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score

Use your body weight to counter-balance the

load weight by leaning slightly backwards as
you move.

Use your feet to change direction – do not twist

your body, hips or shoulders.

Avoid carrying loads that obstruct your view,

particularly on inclines, declines or stairways.

Avoid repetitive lifts from below mid-thigheight

and above shoulder height.

Avoid single handed repetitive lifts and avoid

lifting while leaning over to reach the load.

Ensure your feet and body face the spot in

which the object is to be placed.
6 Emergency situations Worker injury, illness whilst Ensure that Regular surveillance of workers on
floor levelling causing an is maintained; use a spotter to alert
emergency situation. management if a rescue is required.

Ensure that Supervisor has emergency services

numbers available on site to coordinate with
emergency services if required. (000) Supervisor
2 & 3
Installer
Ensure that the site supervisor has the exact
site address and know where the access/egress
points are.

Refer to emergency procedures in the safety

management plan.
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
in the safety management plan.
7 Clean up Waste disposal resulting in Excess chemicals are sealed & removed from
Supervisor
contact with chemicals site. Excess building materials (non-chemicals)
2 & 3
causing burns disposed of in site bin.
Installer
Leaving equipment behind
causing risk to other Before leaving work site ensure all equipment
workers/public is stored away in a safe manner.
Supervisor
2 & 3
Site supervisor to do a site inspections as the
last person leaving site make sure not potential Installer
hazards are left on site.

Dust/grout/adhesive
residue left behind causing Ensure all surfaces are swept and cleaned as
other worker/public necessary after works have finished.
Supervisor
exposure 2 & 3
All cleaning equipment and personal protective
equipment used should be discarded in site Installer
bins or thoroughly cleaned after the job.

Waste disposal resulting in Excess chemicals are sealed & removed from Supervisor
contact with chemicals 2 site. Excess building materials (non-chemicals) & 3
causing burns disposed of in site bin. Installer
Site specific hazards
Additional risks encountered during the job that have not been covered in the steps above will be discussed and the steps, hazards, risk ratings, controls and responsibility
documented in the space provided below
Risk Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Step Hazard Controls
Class/Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
 Risk Class/ Name of Persons Residual
Item Job Steps Hazard/Risk Controls
Ranking responsible for work Risk Score
This SWMS has been developed through consultation with our employees and has been read, understood and signed by all employees undertaking the works

Print Name Signature Position Date

 SWMS Amendment Register
Personnel are required to sign this register to indicate they have read, understand and will adhere to the requirements of the amended SWMS
Print Name Signature Position Date

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