This 18-page Framing Installation Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the essential safety controls and procedures for the safe installation of timber and steel framing on construction sites. Designed by WHS experts, this pre-filled template identifies typical hazards and includes proven control measures to help reduce risks and maintain compliance with Australian WHS legislation.
 
The template is fully editable in Microsoft Word, making it easy to customise with your company name, logo, and site-specific details. Suitable for all Australian states and territories, this SWMS helps you meet your obligations, improve safety on-site, and demonstrate compliance during tenders, audits, and inspections.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This Framing Installation SWMS is ideal for:
Building and construction companies
Carpentry and framing contractors
Residential and commercial builders
Renovation and fit-out specialists
Civil works and structural contractors
Property developers and project managers
 
What This SWMS Covers
This template includes step-by-step safety procedures, hazard controls, and compliance measures, including:
Planning & site preparation - risk assessments, site inductions, and reviewing emergency procedures
Unloading equipment & materials - mechanical aids, manual handling techniques, and exclusion zones
Safe crane operations - load limits, inspections, operator licensing, and working near overhead powerlines
Using power tools & equipment - safe operation of saws, nail guns, and explosive-powered tools
Working at heights - harness setup, fall-arrest systems, ladder safety, and elevated work platform (EWP) procedures
Frame installation & truss placement - temporary bracing, securing components, and preventing falls
PPE requirements - hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel cap boots, harnesses, respiratory protection, and high-vis clothing
Emergency procedures - responding to incidents, accessing first aid, and evacuation protocols
Clean-up & site safety - dust control, waste disposal, and vehicle exclusion areas
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Step-by-step framing installation procedures
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Hazard identification and control measures
PPE requirements and usage guidelines
Plant and equipment list
Relevant legislation, regulations, codes, and standards
HRCW (High-Risk Construction Work) selection table
Worker sign-off page for compliance records
 
 
This Framing Installation SWMS is an essential tool for keeping your team safe and helping ensure your business remains compliant with WHS requirements. Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this template saves you time, reduces risk, and supports best-practice safety management.
 
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