This 17-page Tip Truck Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides detailed safety controls and outlines potential hazards associated with operating tipper trucks in various work environments. Developed by WHS experts, this pre-filled template helps you identify, manage, and minimise risks when operating a tip truck for loading, transporting, and unloading materials.
 
Suitable for all Australian states and territories, the template is fully editable in Microsoft Word, allowing you to easily customise it with your company name, logo, and site-specific details.
 
Designed to help you meet your WHS obligations, this SWMS saves you time while ensuring your business maintains compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses, contractors, and workers involved in:
Civil construction and earthmoving companies
Transport and logistics operators
Quarrying and mining operations
Road construction and infrastructure projects
Waste management and material haulage providers
Local councils and government works departments
General contractors operating heavy vehicles on-site
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS provides step-by-step procedures, hazards, and controls for safely operating a tip truck, including:
Pre-start planning and preparation
Conducting daily pre-start meetings and equipment inspections
Reviewing site-specific hazards, underground services, and restricted zones
Ensuring appropriate plant registration, logbooks, and maintenance checks
Vehicle and equipment checks
Pre-start inspections for mechanical safety and load capacity
Verifying SWL (Safe Working Load) and using onboard scales to prevent overloading
Checking lights, brakes, tyres, and safety features before operation
Safe driving and operational procedures
Separation of pedestrian and vehicle access zones
Compliance with road rules and site-specific requirements
UHF radio usage, reversing protocols, and spotter responsibilities
Loading and unloading procedures
Preventing tipper rollovers through correct loading techniques
Using covers safely and communicating via UHF when exiting the cab
Unloading only on level ground and avoiding high winds or uneven surfaces
Electrical safety controls
Identifying and maintaining safe distances from overhead powerlines
Engaging accredited spotters and de-energising power lines when required
Environmental and remote work considerations
Managing fatigue, heat stress, and hydration during long shifts
Using satellite phones and remote area plans for isolated work
Responding to inclement weather, environmental changes, and site-specific hazards
Emergency response procedures
Fire, fuel spill, and chemical exposure protocols
First aid, incident reporting, and site evacuation processes
 
What’s Included in Your Template
HRCW (High-Risk Construction Work) selection table
Comprehensive risk assessment guidelines and matrix
Step-by-step safe work procedures
Detailed hazard identification and control measures
PPE requirements and specifications
Plant and equipment list
Relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker training, competency, and sign-off register
 
 
This SWMS template for Tip Truck operations is an essential tool for documenting and managing workplace safety. Designed for quick editing and seamless customisation, it adapts effortlessly to your site and project requirements - helping you save time, reduce risks, and maintain compliance.
 
Perfect for tenders, safety audits, or day-to-day operations, this template simplifies WHS compliance and ensures your team works safely.
 
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