This 13-page Concrete Truck Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides detailed safety controls and outlines potential hazards associated with operating concrete trucks and delivering concrete safely.
 
Pre-filled and ready to use, this SWMS is designed by WHS experts to help you manage risks, meet WHS obligations, and maintain compliance across all Australian states and territories.
 
The document is fully editable in Microsoft Word, making it simple to customise with your company name, logo, site-specific details, and project requirements.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses, contractors, and operators involved in:
Concrete delivery and pumping services
Civil construction and infrastructure projects
Building and construction companies
Roadworks and large-scale residential/commercial developments
Warehousing and logistics providers managing concrete deliveries
Plant operators, subcontractors, and site supervisors
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS breaks down every stage of operating and managing a concrete truck, detailing hazards, risks, and safe work controls:
Planning and Site Preparation
Pre-start inspections of concrete trucks and equipment
Conducting site-specific risk assessments
Completing site inductions and ensuring team awareness of vehicle movements
Positioning and Setup
Safe truck positioning on level, stable ground
Avoiding overhead powerlines, excavations, trenches, and soft ground
Setting up barriers, traffic cones, and signage
Boom System and Outriggers
Correct setup and stabilisation procedures
Safe use of outriggers, engineered bog mats, and support timbers
Boom placement, wind exposure, and proximity to powerlines
Concrete Delivery and Hopper Safety
Safe handling of concrete delivery chutes
Maintaining hopper safety grilles to prevent entrapment
Correct positioning for safe concrete flow and avoiding burst elbows
Dust, Slurry, and Spill Management
Controlling respirable crystalline silica exposure during cleaning
Using wet-cleaning techniques and P2/P3 respirators
Handling concrete slurry and diesel spills safely
Traffic and Pedestrian Safety
Managing vehicle and pedestrian interactions
Using spotters, signage, and communication protocols
Emergency Procedures
Spill response and containment
Evacuation plans and muster points
Incident reporting and first aid protocols
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW (High-Risk Construction Work) selection table
Comprehensive risk assessment guidelines and risk rating matrix
Step-by-step safe work procedures
Hazard identification and control measures
PPE requirements and specifications
Plant and equipment checklist
References to relevant legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off and induction page
 
 
This Concrete Truck SWMS is an essential tool for documenting and demonstrating your WHS compliance when operating or managing concrete truck deliveries. Designed for quick editing and customisation, it helps your business maintain a safe working environment while saving you time and effort.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this SWMS keeps your business safe, efficient, and compliant.
 
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