This 10-page Ride-On Mower Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and possible hazards associated with operating a ride-on mower in a workplace or project environment.
 
It’s pre-filled, ready to use, and created by WHS experts to help your business meet its WHS obligations and maintain compliance with relevant codes and standards. Suitable for all Australian states and territories, this SWMS is fully editable in Microsoft Word, making it easy to customise with your company name, logo, site-specific hazards, and additional control measures.
 
Whether for ongoing maintenance tasks, landscaping contracts, or compliance during tendering processes, this SWMS gives your team a clear safety framework for operating ride-on mowers in various environments.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for:
Landscaping and grounds maintenance contractors
Facility maintenance teams (schools, councils, golf courses, etc.)
Parks and garden services
Property managers and caretakers
Agricultural businesses
Local government and shire councils
Construction or civil contractors responsible for site clearing or verge mowing
 
What This SWMS Covers
Pre-start inspections and walk-throughs to identify hazards and assess terrain
Daily equipment safety checks (blades, guards, tyres, seatbelt, switches)
Safe operation of ride-on mowers on slopes, around pedestrians, and in public areas
Procedures for starting/stopping mower safely and securely
Risk of rollover, entanglement, ejected materials, and impact injuries
Appropriate PPE use: high vis, hearing protection, sun protection, gloves
Refuelling safety: ignition control, ventilation, SDS use, and PPE
Managing environmental factors like inclement weather or obstructed work areas
Emergency procedures for incidents, equipment failure, or first aid
Supervisor and operator responsibilities for compliance and hazard review
Protocols for unauthorised access, secure parking, and job completion
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Step-by-step job procedures with pre-filled risk controls
Hazards and control measures clearly listed for each task step
Pre-start checklist, PPE list, and plant requirements
Risk assessment calculator and matrix
Worker sign-off page for accountability
HRCW table (where applicable)
Editable fields for company, site, and project details
Reference to Codes of Practice and WHS standards
Site-specific hazard section
Emergency procedures checklist
 
This SWMS template for Use of Ride-On Mower 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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