This 13-page Housekeeping – General Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and potential hazards associated with general housekeeping duties across a variety of facilities. It outlines safe procedures for tasks such as cleaning rooms, toilets, showers, laundry, floors, and removing rubbish - helping reduce exposure to hazardous chemicals, manual handling injuries, and repetitive strain.
 
It’s pre-filled, ready to use, and created by experienced WHS professionals to help you meet your workplace safety obligations and maintain compliance. Suitable for use in all Australian states and territories, this document is fully editable in Microsoft Word format and easy to customise with your company name, logo, and site-specific details.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This template is ideal for:
Commercial cleaning companies
Aged care and disability support providers
Healthcare and hospital support staff
Hospitality and hotel housekeeping teams
Property management and facility services
Educational and childcare cleaning contractors
Community housing maintenance crews
Industrial and warehouse maintenance providers
 
What This SWMS Covers
Conducting daily pre-start meetings to communicate site hazards and procedures
Safely stripping and making beds to avoid strains and trip hazards
Cleaning toilets, showers, mirrors, sinks, and laundry areas with safe chemical handling
Performing repetitive tasks using ergonomic techniques to reduce strain
Completing personal laundry tasks while avoiding overexertion and manual handling risks
Cleaning shared spaces such as gyms, rooms, and laundry blocks
Mopping and vacuuming floors with manual handling controls and dust mitigation
Removing waste safely from rooms and work areas
Procedures for using cleaning chemicals and bleach, including SDS requirements
Responding to site changes or environmental hazards not covered in original assessment
Emergency response procedures for injuries, chemical exposure, or equipment failure
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW Selection Table (if applicable)
Pre-filled risk assessment matrix and risk rating calculator
Step-by-step procedures and safety controls for each task
Hazard identification and associated control measures
PPE requirements and checklist
Plant and equipment listing (e.g. mop, vacuum, cleaning tools)
Responsibilities for monitoring, supervision, and compliance
Relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off section for training and acknowledgement
 
 
 
This SWMS template for Housekeeping – General is an invaluable tool for quickly and effectively documenting your WHS systems. Designed for swift editing and customisation, it adapts easily to your operational needs - making it an essential part of your safety management toolkit.
 
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