This 15-page Asbestos Removal Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the essential safety controls and identifies potential hazards involved in asbestos removal work. Developed by WHS experts, it’s designed to help your business manage risks, protect workers, and comply with your WHS obligations.
 
The template is pre-filled, ready to use, and aligned to Australian WHS legislation, making it suitable for businesses in all states and territories. It’s fully editable in Microsoft Word, allowing you to customise it with your company name, logo, and site-specific details, so you can easily integrate it into your existing safety management system.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses and trades where asbestos removal work is performed, including:
Licensed asbestos removalists
Construction and demolition companies
Building maintenance and facilities management
Environmental and remediation services
Roofing and renovation contractors
Commercial and industrial cleaning providers
 
What This SWMS Covers
Planning asbestos removal and preparing the site
Asbestos removal control plans and notification requirements
PPE requirements and respiratory protective equipment
Managing asbestos dust, fibres, and decontamination procedures
Public safety and site security controls
Handling, packaging, and disposing of asbestos waste
Emergency response procedures and incident management
Clearance inspections and certification requirements
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW Selection Table (for high-risk construction work)
Step-by-step asbestos removal procedures
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Possible hazards and recommended control measures
PPE requirements and equipment lists
Waste disposal and decontamination procedures
Relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off page
 
This SWMS template for Asbestos Removal is an invaluable tool for quickly and effectively documenting your WHS systems. Designed for swift editing and customisation, it adapts easily to your operational needs - making it an essential part of your safety management toolkit.
 
Get your Asbestos Removal SWMS today and start using it instantly! Save time, stay safe, and help your business stay compliant with our expert-developed templates.