This 11-page Gutter Cleaning Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the essential safety controls and hazard management strategies associated with gutter cleaning activities. It has been carefully designed by WHS experts to help your business comply with Australian workplace health and safety legislation, and covers high-risk construction work involving working at heights and working near energised electrical installations.
 
This SWMS is pre-filled, ready to use, and suitable for all Australian states and territories. It’s fully editable in Microsoft Word, making it quick and easy to customise with your company name, logo, project details, and site-specific requirements. Using this SWMS you can help streamline safety compliance, minimise workplace risks, and maintain WHS obligations more efficiently.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses, trades, and industries involved in gutter cleaning, including:
Construction companies
Roofing and guttering contractors
Building maintenance providers
Facilities management companies
Cleaning and property maintenance businesses
Warehousing, logistics, and industrial operators
Landscaping and gardening services
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS provides comprehensive coverage of activities, hazards, and controls, including:
Conducting site-specific risk assessments before starting work
Selecting, inspecting, and maintaining plant and equipment such as ladders, blower vacs, and fall arrest systems
Working at heights - safe ladder selection, positioning, use, and compliance with AS 1892 standards
Implementing fall protection measures, including harnesses, guard rails, and secondary fall prevention systems
Managing risks of falling objects and securing tools and debris
Working near energised electrical installations - using non-conductive ladders and complying with electrical safety legislation
Manual handling controls to minimise repetitive strain and musculoskeletal injuries
Safe operation of blower vacs and other powered tools, including pre-start inspections and task rotation
Noise control procedures and PPE usage, including hearing protection
Managing cuts, lacerations, and contact with sharp edges when handling debris and gutters
Handling, refuelling, and storing fuels and hazardous substances safely with appropriate SDS access
Preventing slips, trips, and falls through good housekeeping practices
Emergency response protocols, including first aid, fire safety, and incident reporting
Stopping work and reassessing risks if site conditions or hazards change unexpectedly
 
What’s Included in Your Template
High-Risk Construction Work (HRCW) selection table
Comprehensive risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Step-by-step safe work procedures
Detailed list of potential hazards and effective control measures
PPE requirements aligned with Australian standards
Plant and equipment checklist
Relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off page for SWMS acknowledgment
 
This Gutter Cleaning SWMS is an invaluable tool for documenting your WHS procedures effectively and meeting compliance obligations. Designed for fast editing and site-specific customisation, it’s an essential part of your safety management toolkit.
 
Get your Gutter Cleaning SWMS today and start using it instantly! Save time, reduce risk, and help keep your business compliant with this expert-developed template.