High-Voltage Switching Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

$96.80

The High-Voltage Switching Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) features:

  1. Instant download
  2. Acceptance Guaranteed
  3. Easy to edit Microsoft Word format so you can add your logo and site specific details
  4. Complies with latest legislation

Specifically, the High-Voltage Switching Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers:

  1. Operational guidelines, with a step by step approach to safe work
  2. Possible hazards that may be encountered
  3. Step by step safety procedures to follow
  4. Before work starts – Guidelines and Checks
  5. And more. Please check details below
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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template for High-Voltage Switching

This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template for High-Voltage Switching is your go-to resource for ensuring workplace safety and compliance when working on high-voltage projects. Tailored to meet the needs of tradespeople, project managers, and safety officers, this template balances professionalism with practical application. Here’s a closer look at its features:

  • Pre-filled and Comprehensive: Our SWMS template comes pre-filled with extensive information covering key safety processes specific to high-voltage switching tasks. This feature means you can hit the ground running, saving you valuable time by reducing the amount of start-up work needed.
  • Fully Editable and Customisable in Microsoft Word Format: We’ve made it easy for you to tailor the template to suit your particular job context. It’s available in Microsoft Word format, enabling you to make straightforward edits while maintaining a professional layout.
  • Includes the Scope of the Project and the Project Details: Capture all pertinent project details in one place, allowing everyone involved to be on the same page right from the outset.
  • Includes Checklist of Any High-Risk Machinery on Site: Recognise potential hazards by listing any high-risk machinery present on site. This ensures all necessary precautions are taken to manage those risks effectively.
  • Includes Space for Recording Any Staff Training: Documenting staff training is crucial. Our template provides space to note down any completed staff training, ensuring your team is fully prepared and competent for the task at hand.
  • Includes Before and After Risk Ratings: Assess the risk levels both before and after implementing safety measures, helping to gauge safety improvements and effectiveness.
  • Includes Resources for Use of Legislative References: Gain easy access to legislative references that support compliance efforts, guiding you to follow relevant laws and standards.
  • Includes All PPE Required: Ensure that proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is specified for use across the project, reminding workers of essential safety gear requirements.
  • Includes Risk Assessment and Risk Assessment Matrix: A detailed risk assessment and accompanying matrix ensure that every aspect has been evaluated for safety concerns, making risk management more systematic.
  • Includes a Checklist to Ensure All Requirements Have Been Covered When Implementing the SWMS: Avoid missing critical elements by following a comprehensive checklist designed to cover all requirements, ensuring a smooth and structured implementation process.
  • Includes Sign Off Page for All Workers and Responsible Persons: Establish accountability and commitment to safety by incorporating sign-off areas for all involved workers and responsible persons.
  • Easy to Use, Easy to Customise: The user-friendly format allows anyone — from experienced safety officials to hands-on tradespeople — to adapt the template seamlessly without any fuss.
  • Suitable for Large Contracts and Tenders, Including Tier 1 Contractual Work: No matter the size of your project, from local operations to major Australian tier 1 contracts, this SWMS template has got you covered.
  • Quick Delivery by Email: Once purchased, receive your digital copy via email swiftly, allowing you to get started with minimal delay.

This SWMS template is crafted with the intention of helping you adhere to safety requirements effectively. It’s not about providing the ultimate solution, but rather supporting you in creating a safer workplace. If you need assistance or have further questions, we’re here to help!

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The High-Voltage Switching Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:

  • 1. Preparation
    • Electrical shock
    • lack of awareness
  • 2. Obtain Permits
    • Incomplete documentation
    • unclear authorisation
  • 3. Pre-Work Inspection
    • Faulty equipment
    • inadequate PPE
  • 4. Isolation of Equipment
    • Live equipment exposure
    • incorrect lockout
  • 5. Access Work Area
    • Slips/trips/falls
    • poor lighting
  • 6. Identify Switching Sequences
    • Incorrect sequence
    • haste
  • 7. Confirm Voltage Present
    • Meter malfunction
    • human error
  • 8. Place Earths
    • Inadequate earthing
    • equipment breakdown
  • 9. De-Energise Equipment
    • Unexpected energisation
    • circuit failure
  • 10. Test Dead Circuit
    • False readings
    • wrong test procedures
  • 11. Energise Equipment
    • Electrical flashover
    • equipment overload
  • 12. Confirm System Stability
    • Frequencies anomaly
    • overheating components
  • 13. Remove Earthing and Barriers
    • Potential energy release
    • physical obstruction
  • 14. Final System Check
    • Oversight
    • incomplete checks
  • 15. Worksite Restoration
    • Leftover materials
    • unlabelled barriers
  • 16. Documentation and Reporting
    • Lost records
    • miscommunication
  • 17. Debrief and Review
    • Lack of feedback
    • neglected improvements

Each Safe Work Method Statement has specific content that is referenced to, but not limited to a number of authorities such as Codes of Practice, Regulations, Australian Standards or the Act.

The High-Voltage Switching Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) references:

Ordering only takes a few minutes. Upon ordering completion, a link will be sent to your email address to download your documents, then add your company logo to the top of the header and you’re finished.

Frequent Questions

Safe Work Method Statement Template FAQ’s

What format is a BlueSafe Australia Safe Work Method Statement Template delivered in?

Because every SWMS needs to be edited to suit on-site specifics, it makes sense to deliver our Safe Work Method Statements in Microsoft Word Format for easy editing.

How many pages long is each Safe Work Method Statement Template?

It depends entirely on the nature of the risks associated with the SWMS Template, however on average the documents are between 7-15 pages in length. Each Safe Work Method Statement is comprehensive in nature and is easy to use.

What are before and after risk ratings?

Before and after risk ratings are simply this: When you initially start to do a job, like say drill a hole in a wall, there will be a level of risk, which for this example let's just say is a level 2 (before). The idea is that then you would implement some type of control measure to reduce the risk, and in this case we would implement the control measure of wearing safety glasses to protect the eyes. This now would bring the risk of an injury down to a level 1 (after). Here you can see how the SWMS has a before and after risk rating for each step of a job, task or process.

Why do the Safe Work Method Statement Templates have before and after risk ratings?

Before and after risk ratings are a simple and effective way to clearly show how, and how much a certain level of risk has been brought down for a certain step in a job task or process. Another reason also is that many larger contractors now like to see before and after risk ratings, so it makes sense to include them in our Templates.

Are the SWMS Templates pre-filled?

Absolutely. Every Safe Work Method Statement Template is pre-filled, high quality and comprehensive in order to help save you as much time, and deliver as much quality information as possible when conducting your own on site safety.

Do the Safe Work Method Statement Templates come with a Risk Assessment?

Yes. Each Safe Work Method Statement comes with it's own built in Risk Assessment which is part of the working document. The SWMS is straightforward, easy to use and has a risk calculator to work out the risk level and likelihood of the risk occurring.

Does each SWMS Template have the required PPE already suggested?

Yes, each SWMS Template has a range of PPE recorded, as well as picture icons of different PPE items that you can add/remove as you need to for the requirements of the job task.

What Should be Included in a Safe Work Method Statement?

If you're going to be doing any high risk construction work, you'll most likely not only need a Safe Work Method Statement, but you'll also need to make sure your SWMS has a number of checks and balances in order for the document to be accepted in your construction site safety. Purchasing a safe work method statement template can help save you quite a lot of time rather than starting from scratch. Also, just remember that even though every BlueSafe Template is highly comprehensive and pre-filled, your SWMS Template should be adjusted to suit any noticeable risks that are specific to the task you are performing.

Your Safe Work Method Statement must:
  • List or show the different types of construction work that is high risk
  • Clearly explain the workplace health and safety hazards as well as the risks that arise from the works
  • Explain in detail how each risk will be managed, maintained and controlled
  • Explain how each control measure will be implemented in order to reduce each risk
  • Describe how each control measure will be monitored an how often the control measures will be reviewed
  • Consider any additional factors that may impact the level of risk involved with the safety of the construction site such as weather, wind etc.
  • Be made available and accessible to read by employees and applicable personnel at any time.
  • Every SWMS should be easy to understand and written in plain language
  • Every BlueSafe Australia Safe Work Method Statement Template is straightforward and easy to use. They also have what's called 'before and after risk ratings', which basically means there's a built in risk assessment that is used in the process of using the document. This allows you to asses the initial risks and give them a score, and then assess the risk and give an 'after score' once the listed control measures are implemented. All our documents are comprehensive, pre-filled and easy to use. You can even download a sample below and see an example.
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