How Do You Develop An SWMS?
Preparing an SWMS is part of the planning of the work. The SWMS is designed to help employers think through the hazards and risks involved in the work, and to choose effective control measures.
Employees, HSRs, as well as contractors and their employees, must be consulted in the preparation of the SWMS so far as reasonably practicable.
To assist industry, WorkSafe has:
- developed a template Safe Work Method Statement
- prepared examples of SWMSs.
For painters, there is an interactive SWMS tool (developed by PaintSafe)
For more information:
- Working safely in the general construction industry
- Working safely in the housing construction industry
