This 14-page Rigging Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and potential hazards associated with general rigging work on construction and civil sites, including the use of slings, chains, lifting equipment, precast elements, and structural materials.
 
Pre-filled and ready to use, this SWMS has been developed by WHS professionals to help you meet your legal obligations and demonstrate compliance with Australian safety legislation. It’s suitable for all states and territories and is fully editable so you can easily customise it with your company name, logo, and project-specific details.
 
NOTE: If you're lifting formwork, precast concrete, kibbles, timber, or structural materials, this is the SWMS for you. For rigging tasks involving chain blocks, chain motors, or truss setups, see our Rigging and Chain Blocks SWMS.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for:
Construction companies
Civil and infrastructure contractors
Precast and formwork installers
Rigging and dogging professionals
Crane operators and materials handling teams
Builders and subcontractors working with suspended loads
 
What This SWMS Covers
Site preparation and securing the work zone
Pre-start checks of slings, chains, lifting gear and tags
Identifying overhead and underground services
Safe dogging and rigging practices for a wide range of load types
Rigging procedures for columns, lift wells, precast panels, and formwork shutters
Specific controls for lifting bricks, blocks, steel, plywood, timber, and scaffolding
Safety procedures for using kibbles, cages, man boxes, and stillages
Environmental considerations and dynamic risk reassessment
Communication protocols and exclusion zones
Procedures for managing emergencies, incidents, and non-compliance
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Detailed step-by-step risk assessment and control measures
PPE requirements checklist
Plant and equipment list
Risk matrix and risk rating calculator
HRCW (High Risk Construction Work) checklist
Worker sign-off page
Editable company, client, and site fields
Reference to relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
 
 
This Rigging SWMS template is the perfect solution for construction and rigging professionals who need to lift, move, and install large structural materials safely and in compliance with WHS laws. It’s fast to customise and easy to implement on-site.
 
Perfect for tenders, toolbox talks, and daily operations - save time and protect your team with a trusted safety solution.
 
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