This 8-page Push Mower Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and possible hazards associated with operating a push mower in various environments.
 
It’s a pre-filled, ready-to-use document created by Australian WHS experts to help you meet your legal obligations and maintain compliance with relevant health and safety laws. Suitable for use in all Australian states and territories, this template is fully editable in Microsoft Word so you can easily customise it with your company name, logo, and site-specific details.
 
Whether you’re mowing residential lawns or maintaining large-scale commercial or industrial grounds, this SWMS ensures that mowing tasks are conducted safely, minimising the risks of injury, equipment damage, and non-compliance.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for:
Landscaping and grounds maintenance businesses
Local councils and government maintenance crews
Gardening contractors
Property and facility management teams
Schools, aged care, and childcare centres with internal groundskeeping
Small-to-medium businesses performing in-house lawn maintenance
Any workers or contractors using push mowers
 
What This SWMS Covers
Pre-start inspections and daily maintenance checks of the mower
Safe operation of the push mower, including guarding and operator fitness
Avoiding entanglement hazards (e.g. loose clothing, hair, or jewellery)
Managing cutting hazards and flying object risks
Controlling noise exposure with task rotation and hearing protection
Refuelling procedures to reduce explosion and ignition risks
Housekeeping to eliminate slip, trip, and fall hazards
Securing the mower when not in use to prevent unauthorised operation
Emergency protocols, including fire safety and first aid response
Ensuring work ceases when new hazards or environmental changes arise
Supervisor responsibilities for inspections and SWMS compliance monitoring
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW Selection Table
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Step-by-step task breakdown with hazards and control measures
PPE requirements clearly outlined
Pre-filled risk matrix with “before and after” control ratings
Plant and equipment list (e.g. push mower, PPE, fuel)
Relevant training and qualification requirements
Worker sign-off page for evidence of communication and understanding
Editable company details and project-specific placeholders
Legislation and standards compliance reference area
 
This SWMS template for Push Mower operation 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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