This 11-page Preparation of Load Export Containers Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and possible hazards associated with preparing, loading, sealing, and weighing export containers using forklifts, container tilters, and specialised equipment such as the Sennebogen.
 
Pre-filled and ready to use, this SWMS is designed by experienced WHS consultants to help you meet your legal obligations and maintain compliance under Australian WHS laws. Suitable for use in all Australian states and territories, it’s fully editable in Microsoft Word - allowing you to easily customise your company name, logo, and site-specific details.
 
Whether you're preparing for a tender, conducting a safety audit, or managing daily operations, this SWMS is a powerful tool to support safe, compliant container preparation and export activities.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for:
Warehousing and logistics providers
Transport and freight forwarding businesses
Container export and shipping companies
Industrial manufacturing and metal recycling operators
Distribution centres and yard-based operations using mobile plant
Any business managing or preparing export containers
 
What This SWMS Covers
Planning and preparing the site, including visual inspections and site inductions
Identifying and communicating site-specific hazards and pedestrian exclusion zones
Conducting pre-operation inspections and maintenance checks for forklifts, weighbridges, container tilters, and Sennebogen equipment
Safely unloading and loading containers with compacted and loose material
Managing powered mobile plant movements in shared work areas
Using two-way communications between drivers and spotters
Preventing injuries from overloading, mechanical failure, and sharp objects
Radiation detection and sealing procedures for containers
Refuelling equipment and handling substances like diesel and hydraulic oil safely
Emergency procedures, including first aid access and site evacuation protocols
Managing changes in the environment or scope of work with SWMS reassessment
Final checks and end-of-day procedures to ensure safe next-day operations
 
What’s Included in Your Template
High Risk Construction Work (HRCW) Selection Table
Risk assessment guidelines and risk matrix
Step-by-step procedures and safety controls
PPE requirements and equipment inspection points
Plant and equipment list (Forklift, Sennebogen, Container Tilter, Weighbridge)
Material handling details (Diesel Fuel, Grease, Engine & Hydraulic Oil)
SDS confirmation and maintenance schedule requirements
Legislation, regulations, and codes of practice references
Personnel qualifications and training requirements
Worker sign-off page with competency confirmation
 
This SWMS template for Preparation of Load Export Containers 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.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this template saves you time and effort while helping your business stay safe and compliant.
 
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