This 15-page Tilt Panel Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides the typical safety controls and potential hazards associated with lifting, placing, securing, and handling tilt-up concrete panels on construction sites. Designed by WHS experts, this SWMS is pre-filled, ready to use, and fully editable to suit your business, project, and site-specific requirements.
 
It helps you meet WHS obligations, improve safety practices, and maintain compliance with current Australian regulations. Suitable for all Australian states and territories, this document makes it simple to insert your company name, logo, and project details for seamless customisation.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses involved in:
Building & construction companies
Precast and tilt-up panel installation contractors
Crane and rigging operators
Structural engineering firms
Civil works contractors
Warehousing and logistics providers handling tilt panels
Manufacturing and fabrication facilities supplying concrete panels
 
What This SWMS Covers
Planning & Preparation
Conducting site-specific risk assessments and toolbox meetings
Completing pre-start checks and site inductions
Identifying underground services, overhead powerlines, and exclusion zones
Preparing safe work strategies and lift plans
Setting Up Equipment
Safe setup and inspection of cranes, fly jibs, outriggers, and rigging gear
Placement of road plates, timber packing, and exclusion barriers
Using spotters and dogman/rigger coordination for crane positioning
Implementing traffic management plans and safe pedestrian separation
Lifting & Handling Tilt Panels
Rigging tilt panels safely, including certified lifting clutches and braces
Using correct load weights, lift sequences, and crane capacities
Implementing manual handling techniques to prevent strain and injury
Ensuring safe distances from live overhead powerlines and other hazards
Using taglines, radios, and backup whistles for controlled lifts
Panel Placement & Securing
Placing panels accurately and safely while avoiding crushing injuries
Securing panels with extendable braces and anchor bolts as per AS 3850
Inspecting piers, footings, and braces before and after release
Handling grouts, curing compounds, and form release agents safely with PPE
Environmental & Emergency Controls
Dust control using wet-cutting methods and P2 respirators
Noise and waste management strategies
Procedures for emergency response, incident reporting, and first aid
Ensuring compliance with site-specific muster points and evacuation plans
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW (High-Risk Construction Work) selection table
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
Step-by-step procedures with hazards and control measures
PPE requirements and specifications
Plant and equipment checklist
Relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off sheet for compliance records
 
 
 
This Tilt Panel SWMS is an invaluable tool for documenting your safety systems quickly and effectively. Designed for swift editing and customisation, it adapts seamlessly to your operational needs - making it an essential part of your WHS compliance 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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