This 11-page Cleaning & Polishing Floors Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and possible hazards associated with cleaning, stripping, buffing, and polishing floors in various environments.
 
Pre-filled and ready to use, this SWMS has been developed by WHS experts to help you meet your WHS obligations and maintain compliance with Australian legislation. It covers key risks, control measures, and safe work practices for handling chemicals, using scrubbers and polishers, managing slips and falls, and protecting workers and the public.
 
Suitable for all Australian states and territories, this SWMS is fully editable in Microsoft Word and easy to customise with your company name, logo, site-specific details, and project requirements.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses and contractors involved in:
Commercial, industrial, and residential cleaning
Facility management and maintenance services
Warehousing and logistics operations
Hospitality and retail environments
Aged care and healthcare facilities
Schools, childcare centres, and educational institutions
Property services, strata management, and real estate
 
What This SWMS Covers
This template provides detailed procedures, hazards, and control measures, including:
Planning & Site Preparation - conducting site-specific risk assessments, setting up signage, and establishing exclusion zones
Equipment Safety - inspecting and maintaining scrubbers, polishers, mops, buckets, and electrical tools
Slip, Trip & Fall Controls - using wet floor signs, barricades, and spotters in high-traffic areas
Safe Use of Scrubbers & Polishers - training requirements, posture techniques, cable management, and safe operation procedures
Chemical Handling & Storage - using PPE, following Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and ensuring ventilation
Electrical Safety - using RCD-protected outlets, inspecting leads and plugs, and isolating power before maintenance
Manual Handling Techniques - safe lifting, posture, and minimising strain when handling heavy equipment
Environmental Protection - preventing chemical spills and managing wastewater runoff safely
Emergency Response - location of first aid kits, AEDs, fire extinguishers, spill kits, and communication of evacuation procedures
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW Selection Table (if applicable)
Risk assessment guidelines & risk rating calculator
Step-by-step procedures and safety controls
Possible hazards and control measures
PPE requirements and usage guide
Plant & equipment list
Relevant legislation, codes of practice & standards
Chemical handling and SDS references
Worker sign-off page for compliance records
 
 
This SWMS template for Cleaning & Polishing Floors is an invaluable tool for quickly and effectively documenting your WHS systems. Designed for fast editing and easy customisation, it adapts seamlessly to your operational needs - making it an essential part of your safety management toolkit.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this SWMS saves you time and effort while helping your business stay safe and compliant.
 
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