This 11-page Demolition Saw Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides detailed safety controls and identifies possible hazards associated with the safe use of demolition saws across a wide range of construction and industrial settings.
 
Created by Australian WHS experts, this pre-filled and ready-to-use SWMS helps you meet your WHS obligations and maintain compliance with Australian legislation. It is suitable for use in all Australian states and territories and is fully editable in Microsoft Word, allowing you to easily add your company name, logo, and site-specific details.
 
Whether you’re managing demolition work, concrete cutting, or site preparation, this SWMS provides the step-by-step instructions you need to minimise risks, protect workers, and ensure safe operations.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses and contractors involved in:
Demolition and construction companies
Concreting and masonry contractors
Civil works and infrastructure providers
Plumbing and electrical contractors working near demolition areas
Warehousing and industrial maintenance teams
Landscaping and site preparation businesses
Any business using handheld or power-driven demolition saws
 
What This SWMS Covers
Planning & Preparation
Conducting site-specific risk assessments before commencing work
Pre-start checks of demolition saws, blades, guards, controls, and fuel systems
Ensuring workers have correct training, inductions, and certifications
Hazard Management
Managing noise exposure and personal hearing protection
Implementing silica dust controls through wet cutting, water suppression, and dust guards
Identifying and isolating energised services, fuel lines, and nearby structures
Managing risks around powered mobile plant and pedestrian safety
Using barricades, signage, and exclusion zones to control site access
Safe Operation Procedures
Correct lifting and handling techniques to avoid strain injuries
Using approved PPE: hard hats, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, and high-vis clothing
Maintaining safe postures, grip, and body positioning when cutting
Preventing kickbacks, overexertion, and inverted cutting risks
Managing vibration exposure and scheduling operator task rotation
Emergency Response
First aid and incident reporting procedures
Fire safety and petrol spill management
Procedures for responding to equipment failure or injury
Environmental protection measures to prevent slurry runoff and drain contamination
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Step-by-step procedures and safety controls
Comprehensive risk assessment guidelines and rating matrix
Hazard identification and control measures
Required PPE and plant/equipment lists
Relevant Australian WHS legislation, regulations, and codes
HRCW (High-Risk Construction Work) selection table
Worker sign-off sheet for compliance records
Easy instructions for customisation
 
This Demolition Saw SWMS template is an essential tool for safely managing high-risk demolition and cutting activities. Designed for quick editing and easy customisation, it helps you stay compliant, protect your workers, and maintain safe site operations.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this SWMS saves you time and effort while ensuring you meet your legal obligations.
 
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