This Using a BBQ SWMS (Safe Work Method Statement) is pre-filled and covers setting up, cooking on and packing up a gas BBQ at work events and functions. It covers 7 activities, from planning and moving the BBQ to LPG safety, fat fires and packing up, with the hazards, control measures and risk ratings before and after controls for each. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Event organisers and equipment hire companies
Cafes, caterers and hospitality businesses
Clubs and community groups running fundraising BBQs
Workplaces hosting BBQs for workers and clients
Builders and site managers hosting site BBQs
A SWMS isn't only for construction. Plenty of businesses and event organisers use one as the written risk assessment for a task, the same way others use a JSA or Safe Work Procedure.
Use it to
Show clients, insurers and auditors how you manage the risks
Apply for tenders, contracts and supplier panels
Get through prequalification with Avetta, Cm3 and other contractor portals
Induct new workers and train them in the task
What this SWMS covers
Planning the setup and placement to prevent burns
Checking for faulty equipment before use
Moving the BBQ with manual handling controls
Burns from hot surfaces and scalding from superheated food
Packing up and transporting the equipment
LPG cylinder, hose and regulator leaks, fire and explosion
Lighting the BBQ and avoiding flashback with the lid closed
Carbon monoxide risk from using a BBQ in an enclosed space
Fat and grease fires, serious burns and correct burns first aid
Emergency response to injuries and equipment damage
What's included
Hazards and control measures for 7 work activities
Risk ratings before and after controls, with a 5x5 risk matrix and the hierarchy of controls
PPE requirements checklist and high risk construction work checklist
Equipment list including a fire blanket, dry chemical (ABE) extinguisher and heat resistant gloves
Materials list covering LPG, cooking oil and cleaning products, plus daily pre-start checks
Site specific hazards section for anything unique to your job
Worker sign-off sheet and worker consultation record
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing a SWMS from a blank page
Covers the most common hazards and control measures for this work, ready to use out of the box
Fully editable, so you can add, remove or change anything to suit your site and how your team works
Helps your business stay compliant, with risk ratings, worker sign-off and consultation records already set up
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, ABN, project and site details.
Check it suits your site and task, edit anything you need to, and consult your workers before you finalise it.
Brief your team and collect signatures.
Common questions
Do I need a SWMS for using a BBQ?
No. Running a BBQ isn't high risk construction work, so a SWMS isn't a legal requirement. You still have to manage the risks, such as LPG leaks and fat fires, and a SWMS is a practical way to record how. Clients, venues and insurers often ask for one.
Does it cover gas BBQ safety?
Yes. It covers LPG leaks at the cylinder, hose or regulator, flashback when lighting with the lid closed, carbon monoxide from using a BBQ in an enclosed space, and cold burns.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any hazard, control or rating, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
