A Safe Work Method Statement or SWMS, is a part of a Workplace Safety Plan.

It is predominately used in construction. A Safe Work Method Statement SWMS is a document that gives specific instructions on how to safely perform a work related task, and/or operate a piece of plant or equipment. A Safe Work Method Statement  advises employees and contractors on how to perform work related tasks safely.

  • Ensure that a Safe Work Method Statement  is prepared before the proposed work starts
  • Make arrangements to ensure that the high risk construction work is carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Method Statement SWMS
  • Ensure that a copy of the Safe Work Method Statement  is given to the principal contractor before the work starts
  • Ensure that a Safe Work Method Statement  is reviewed and revised if necessary
  • Keep a copy of the Safe Work Method Statement until the high risk construction work is completed.
CM3 Assessment

A Safe Work Method Statement or SWMS, is a part of a Workplace Safety Plan.

CM3 Assessment

All duty holders involved in a high risk work activity must make sure:

  • The work is carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Method Statement 
  • If the work is not carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Method Statement, the work is:
    • Stopped immediately or as soon as it is safe to do so
    • Resumed in accordance with the statement
  • All Safe Work Method Statement  are given to the principal contractor prior to work commencing
  • Safe Work Method Statement SWMS are kept so as to be readily available for inspection.

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