Work Close To Overhead Power Lines Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

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The Work Close To Overhead Power Lines 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 Work Close To Overhead Power Lines 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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Working close to overhead power lines is serious business, and ensuring safety on site is paramount. That’s where our Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template for Work Close To Overhead Power Lines comes in. Packed with practical features designed to help you manage risks effectively, this template isn’t just a document – it’s your go-to tool for keeping everyone safe.

Key Features

  • Pre-filled and Comprehensive: Our SWMS template comes pre-filled with relevant information and guidelines, saving you valuable time. It’s detailed enough to cover all important aspects but flexible enough to suit different projects.
  • Fully editable and customisable in Microsoft Word format for easy editing: No need to worry about complicated software. You can open, edit, and tailor the template easily using Microsoft Word, making adjustments as required to fit your specific site and job requirements.
  • Includes the scope of the project and the project details: Clearly define what the project involves right from the start. This section helps everyone understand the full extent of the work being undertaken and its unique risks and needs.
  • Includes checklist of any high risk machinery on site: Identify and list any high-risk machinery that will be used on site. This helps ensure that all necessary precautions are in place to operate safely around overhead power lines.
  • Includes space for recording any staff training: Training is critical when working near hazards like power lines. Show you’re committed to safety by documenting which staff have received appropriate training in this dedicated section.
  • Includes before and after risk ratings: Assessing risks before starting work – and re-evaluating them afterward – can highlight how effective your safety measures are. Keep these evaluations in one place with spaces for both initial and revised risk ratings.
  • Includes resources for use of legislative references: Not quite sure what the law requires? We provide guidance on relevant legislation so you can easily reference applicable safety standards and regulations.
  • Includes all PPE required: There’s no room for guesswork when it comes to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Our template specifies exactly what’s needed to keep your team protected while working around power lines.
  • Includes risk assessment and risk assessment matrix: Identify, assess, and prioritise risks with a structured risk assessment and matrix included in the template, ensuring a systematic approach to managing workplace dangers.
  • Includes a checklist to ensure all requirements have been covered when implementing the SWMS: Double-check everything with a comprehensive checklist. It ensures nothing is overlooked when putting your SWMS into action.
  • Includes sign off page for all workers and responsible persons: Accountability matters. A dedicated sign-off page means every individual involved can acknowledge their understanding and responsibility for safety procedures.
  • Easy to use, easy to customise: The template is straightforward and user-friendly, allowing even those new to SWMS to navigate and adapt it according to their project’s specifics.
  • Suitable for large contracts and Tenders, including tier 1 contractual work: Whether you’re dealing with small projects or larger, higher-stakes contracts, this template has the depth and flexibility to cover your needs.
  • Quick delivery by email: Time is often of the essence. Once purchased, our templates are delivered swiftly by email, so you can get started without delay.

Our SWMS Template for Work Close To Overhead Power Lines is an essential tool for any tradesperson committed to maintaining the highest safety standards. Helping you navigate complex safety requirements, this document enables you to focus on the job at hand, confident that you’ve got the key planning covered.

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The Work Close To Overhead Power Lines Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:

  • 1. Preparation
    • Incorrect site setup
    • Lack of hazard identification
  • 2. Site Access
    • Vehicle collision
    • Restricted access paths
  • 3. Equipment Arrival
    • Fall during unloading
    • Equipment damage
  • 4. Set Up Barriers
    • Inadequate barrier placement
    • Incomplete marking
  • 5. Weather Assessment
    • Severe weather conditions
    • Poor visibility
  • 6. Elevated Work Platforms
    • Platform instability
    • Operator error
  • 7. Identify Power Line Location
    • Misidentification of power lines
    • Miscommunication
  • 8. Establish Exclusion Zone
    • Poor exclusion zone markers
    • Non-compliance by workers
  • 9. Inform Workforce
    • Incomplete briefing
    • Language barriers
  • 10. Ground Level Clearance
    • Contact with machinery
    • Slips or trips
  • 11. Load Control
    • Unstable loads
    • Ineffective load restraints
  • 12. Managing Traffic
    • Vehicle collisions
    • Pedestrian interference
  • 13. Working at Heights
    • Falls from height
    • Inadequate fall protection
  • 14. Tool Handling
    • Falling tools
    • Improper tool use
  • 15. Communication During Work
    • Signal interference
    • Misunderstanding directions
  • 16. Electrical Safety Measures
    • Electrical shock
    • Arcing from power lines
  • 17. Inspecting Work Area
    • Missed hazards
    • Insufficient comprehensive check
  • 18. Emergency Procedures
    • Incomplete emergency plan
    • Delayed response time
  • 19. Post-Work Inspection
    • Overlooked issues
    • Failure to follow up on corrections
  • 20. Documentation
    • Inaccurate records
    • Missing details

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 Work Close To Overhead Power Lines 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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