This 14-page Arrival on Site Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and possible hazards associated with arriving, accessing, and setting up at a worksite. Developed by WHS experts, it’s pre-filled, ready to use, and designed to help businesses meet their WHS obligations while maintaining compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and safety standards.
 
This SWMS is suitable for all Australian states and territories and can be fully customised with your company name, logo, and site-specific details. It includes detailed step-by-step procedures, hazard controls, and PPE requirements to ensure workers arrive safely and are adequately prepared before commencing work.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This template is ideal for businesses, contractors, and subcontractors across a range of industries, including:
Building & construction companies
Civil works contractors
Electrical & HVAC trades
Warehousing, logistics & transport providers
Cleaning & maintenance services
Gardening & landscaping businesses
Manufacturing & industrial operations
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS provides comprehensive procedures, safety measures, and control strategies for safe site arrival, including:
Planning and Preparation
Conducting site-specific risk assessments before arrival
Reviewing the Principal Contractor’s Site Safety Plan and Emergency Procedures
Completing mandatory site inductions and SWMS briefings
Safe Vehicle Arrival and Parking
Using designated entry routes and parking bays
Obeying site speed limits and giving way to pedestrians and mobile plant
Applying parking brakes, removing keys, and avoiding exclusion zones
Managing Pedestrian and Public Safety
Using signage and barricades to establish exclusion zones
Deploying spotters where visibility is restricted or public areas are affected
Preventing lifting activities over occupied areas
Working Near Other Trades and Plant
Coordinating activities to avoid conflicts with other workers and mobile plant
Establishing clear communication protocols and safe work zones
Manual Handling and Material Management
Using lifting aids, trolleys, and correct techniques to reduce strain
Team lifting where necessary and avoiding overreaching or overstretching
Environmental and Site Conditions
Managing slips, trips, and falls in entry walkways
Applying sun protection measures, including hats, sunscreen, and high-vis clothing
Monitoring weather conditions and ceasing work during unsafe conditions
Emergency Preparedness
Identifying muster points, AEDs, first-aid kits, and spill kits
Understanding emergency response procedures and incident reporting requirements
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Pre-filled, ready-to-use SWMS template
HRCW selection table (if applicable)
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Step-by-step procedures and hazard control measures
PPE requirements
Plant and equipment checklist
Relevant legislation, codes of practice, and standards
Worker sign-off page
 
 
This Arrival on Site SWMS template is an essential tool for safely managing the initial stages of any project. Designed for swift editing and customisation, it ensures your workers are informed, protected, and prepared before commencing work.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this template saves you time and effort while helping your business stay safe and compliant.
 
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