This 11-page Gas Operations Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and possible hazards associated with gas operations, including installing, testing, purging, repairing, and reinstating gas supply systems.
 
Pre-filled and ready to use, this template has been created by WHS experts to help you meet your safety obligations and ensure compliance with Australian WHS legislation.
 
Suitable for all Australian states and territories, the SWMS is provided in a fully editable Microsoft Word format, making it easy to customise with your company name, logo, project details, and site-specific requirements.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This Gas Operations SWMS is ideal for businesses and trades involved in:
Gas fitting and installation contractors
Building and construction companies
Plumbing and HVAC businesses
Utility providers and infrastructure contractors
Maintenance, repair, and servicing teams
Civil works and excavation contractors
Warehousing and manufacturing facilities handling gas systems
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS outlines detailed activities, hazards, and control measures for safe gas operations, including:
Establishment of Site Access & Area Controls
Locating underground services
Setting up exclusion zones and barricades
Preventing unauthorised access
Testing & Purging Gas Lines
Isolating gas supplies
Using pressure testing gauges
Defining purge areas and eliminating ignition sources
Excavation & Trenching Works
Using certified locating equipment
Dial Before You Dig procedures
Hand digging techniques near gas mains
Cutting & Handling Materials
Dust suppression for concrete/soil cutting
Using appropriate PPE and respirators
Manual Handling of Pipes & Cylinders
Team lifting, correct techniques, and mechanical aids
Hot Work Procedures
Flashback arresters on oxy-acetylene equipment
Fireproof shields and fire extinguishers
Safe handling of hot materials
Working at Heights
Using compliant ladders, scaffolds, and fall arrest systems
Barricading drop zones and securing tools
Reinstating Gas Supply
Testing systems safely
Managing purge outlets and ignition risks
Working Around Vehicles & Powered Mobile Plant
Pedestrian exclusion zones
Traffic management plans and spotters
Environmental Controls
Preventing uncontrolled gas venting
Safe waste disposal and spill management
Emergency Response Protocols
Fire and explosion management
First aid and incident reporting
Contacting emergency services
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Step-by-step activity breakdowns
Possible hazards and detailed control measures
PPE requirements and specifications
Plant and equipment list
Risk assessment guidelines and rating calculator
HRCW selection table 
Relevant legislation, codes, and standards
Worker sign-off and competency register
 
 
This Gas Operations SWMS is an essential tool for documenting your safety procedures, keeping your workers protected, and helping ensure compliance with WHS obligations.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this template saves you time and effort while reducing risks on-site.
 
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