This 10-page Cleaning Equipment Use Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides comprehensive safety controls and outlines potential hazards associated with operating powered and manual cleaning equipment.
 
Created by WHS experts, this SWMS is pre-filled, ready to use, and designed to help you meet your WHS obligations and maintain compliance across all Australian states and territories. It’s fully editable, allowing you to customise your company name, logo, and site-specific details quickly and easily.
 
Ideal for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this SWMS ensures your team can work safely, efficiently, and within regulatory requirements.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is suitable for a wide range of businesses and industries, including:
Commercial and domestic cleaning companies
Facilities management and property maintenance providers
Hospitality and accommodation businesses
Schools, hospitals, and aged care facilities
Industrial and warehouse operators
Shopping centres and retail premises
Any workplace using powered or manual cleaning equipment
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS includes detailed safety procedures, hazards, and control measures for using cleaning equipment, including:
Planning and Preparation
Conducting site-specific risk assessments before starting work
Reviewing Safe Work Method Statements and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Setting up signage and safety barricades to secure the area
Using Cleaning Equipment
Safe use of vacuums, polishers, burnishers, polivacs, and scrubbers
Ensuring only trained/licensed personnel operate equipment
Daily pre-start inspections and maintaining equipment in good condition
Using equipment as per manufacturer’s instructions
Chemical Safety
Handling and storing cleaning chemicals, detergents, and disinfectants safely
Following SDS instructions and preventing chemical mixing
Wearing appropriate PPE, including gloves, eye protection, and P2/P3 respirators
Ensuring proper ventilation when working with chemical sprays
Electrical Safety
Using RCD-protected outlets for corded cleaning equipment
Inspecting leads and plugs and removing faulty equipment from service
Keeping extension leads away from water and high-traffic areas
Manual Handling and Ergonomics
Safe lifting, carrying, and positioning techniques to reduce strain
Task rotation and stretching to prevent musculoskeletal injuries
Environmental Protection
Using spill kits to contain chemical leaks immediately
Preventing wastewater runoff into drains and following council disposal requirements
Emergency Response
First aid procedures, including AED and fire blanket use
Site emergency contacts, evacuation points, and incident reporting processes
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Pre-filled, ready-to-use SWMS document
Risk assessment guidelines and a risk rating calculator
Step-by-step procedures and safety controls
Possible hazards and control measures
PPE requirements and usage instructions
Plant and equipment list
Relevant legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off page to verify understanding and compliance
 
 
This Cleaning Equipment Use SWMS is an essential tool for documenting and managing your WHS obligations effectively. Designed for quick editing and easy customisation, it adapts seamlessly to your operational needs - making it ideal for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day site operations.
 
Get your Cleaning Equipment Use SWMS today and start using it instantly to keep your team safe and compliant.