This 15-page Scaffolding Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and potential hazards associated with scaffolding work, including erection, alteration, dismantling, and use. Developed by WHS experts, this pre-filled template helps you meet your legal obligations under Australian WHS legislation.
 
Suitable for use across all Australian states and territories, this document is fully editable, allowing you to customise it with your company name, logo, project details, and site-specific information.
 
Designed to save you time and effort, it provides step-by-step procedures, risk assessments, control measures, and worker sign-off sections to help keep your workplace safe and compliant.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This scaffolding SWMS is ideal for businesses and contractors involved in:
Building and construction projects
Civil works and infrastructure projects
Roofing and cladding installers
Maintenance, repair, and shutdown contractors
Warehousing, logistics, and industrial operations
Manufacturing facilities and fabrication workshops
Any trade or business using temporary scaffolding or elevated platforms
 
What This SWMS Covers
This scaffolding SWMS includes detailed hazards, risks, and control measures for safe scaffold operations, including:
Site setup and securing the work area - barricades, signage, emergency routes, and traffic management plans.
Job analysis and planning - completing site-specific risk assessments and determining fall protection requirements.
Safe harness setup for work over 2m - correct anchor point installation, inspections, and fall arrest system use.
Material and tool handling at height - securing tools with lanyards, safe transport methods, and exclusion zones.
Weather conditions and environmental factors - assessing wind, rain, heat, and lightning risks before work begins.
Scaffold selection and inspection - choosing the right scaffold load class, inspecting components, and complying with AS/NZS 1576.1.
Safe scaffold placement - maintaining electrical exclusion zones and securing stable foundations.
Scaffold erection, alteration, and dismantling - correct assembly procedures, edge protection, and tagging systems.
Scaffold use protocols - preventing falls, avoiding overloading, and managing environmental loads.
Emergency response planning - first aid procedures, incident reporting, and rescue requirements.
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW (High-Risk Construction Work) selection table
Detailed step-by-step procedures and safety controls
Comprehensive list of potential hazards and control measures
PPE requirements and specifications
Plant and equipment checklist
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Relevant legislation, regulations, codes, and standards
Worker induction, training, and sign-off page
 
This Scaffolding SWMS template is an essential tool for helping safely manage scaffolding work while maintaining compliance with WHS legislation. Designed for quick customisation, it simplifies safety planning documentation and helps your team work confidently and efficiently.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, this SWMS helps save you time and reduce risk while protecting your workers and business.
 
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