This 21-page Window Installation & Replacement Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides comprehensive safety controls and identifies potential hazards associated with installing, removing, and replacing windows on-site. Developed by WHS experts, this template helps ensure your business meets all relevant compliance requirements under Australian WHS legislation.
 
Pre-filled and ready to use, the document is designed to streamline your safety processes while remaining fully editable to suit your site-specific needs. Whether you're working on residential, commercial, or industrial projects, this SWMS provides clear step-by-step procedures, PPE requirements, and risk control measures to help maintain a safe working environment across all Australian states and territories.
 
Who This SWMS Is For
This SWMS is ideal for businesses and contractors involved in:
Building and construction
Carpentry and joinery
Glazing and glass installation
Shopfitting and interior fit-outs
Maintenance and repair services
Property development and renovation
Facilities management
 
What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS details every stage of the window installation and replacement process, addressing hazards and controls including:
Planning & Site Setup – Completing site-specific risk assessments, identifying hazards, and establishing exclusion zones.
Manual Handling – Safe lifting techniques, team lifts for heavy glass panels, and correct use of lifting aids and suction lifters.
Scaffold & Ladder Use – Installation, inspection, and safe use of scaffolding and step platforms in compliance with AS/NZS 4576.
Handling & Installing Glass – PPE requirements, inspection of glass panels, and procedures for safe storage and lifting.
Power Tools & Equipment – Ensuring tagging, RCD protection, safe use, and guarding of drills, grinders, and saws.
Working at Heights – Fall protection systems, guardrails, and use of harnesses where risks exceed two metres.
Exposure to Chemicals – Handling adhesives, sealants, and other hazardous materials using SDS guidelines.
Environmental Controls – Managing dust, debris, and weather impacts, including sun protection and fatigue monitoring.
Emergency Procedures – First aid response, evacuation plans, and clear site communication strategies.
Housekeeping & Clean-Up – Maintaining tidy workspaces, preventing slips and trips, and ensuring safe site egress.
 
What’s Included in Your Template
Step-by-step procedures and control measures
Detailed list of potential hazards and mitigation strategies
PPE requirements for all stages of the job
Plant and equipment checklist
Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
HRCW (High Risk Construction Work) selection table
References to relevant WHS legislation, regulations, and codes of practice
Worker sign-off sheet for compliance
Easy customisation instructions
 
 
This Window Installation & Replacement SWMS is an essential tool for managing workplace safety, minimising risks, and helping to ensure compliance. Perfect for tenders, safety audits, and day-to-day operations, it saves you time and effort while helping to protect your workers and your business.
 
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