Diving Safe Work Method Statement

Diving Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

This Diving Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides guidelines for managing hazards and controls in commercial diving work. Assists in making sure diving operations are conducted safely and comply with relevant safety standards.

Job Steps Covered in Diving SWMS:

1. Training: Diving personnel hold relevant licenses and are competent.
2. Planning: Details planning for dive operations, including site assessments and equipment checks.
3. Risk Assessment: Conducting thorough risk assessments before diving activities to identify and manage hazards.
4. Dive Plan Implementation: Preparation and agreement on a dive plan addressing specific hazards and emergency response.
5. Emergency Preparation & Compression Chamber Use: Suitable emergency and medical equipment, including a recompression chamber, is available on-site.
6. Weather Conditions & Preparation: Monitoring and adapting to weather conditions for diver safety.
7. Arrival On-site & Assess Conditions: Evaluating site conditions upon arrival to identify any additional hazards.
8. Work/Dive Area Setup: Necessary permits are obtained and potential hazards like energised systems are controlled.
9. Environment: Implementing measures to minimise environmental impact during diving operations.
10. Housekeeping: Maintaining a clean and safe work area to prevent slips, trips, and falls.
11. Manual Tasks: Managing risks associated with manual handling to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
12. Pre-dive Briefing: Conducting briefings to clarify roles, objectives, and safety measures.
13. Pre-dive Equipment Check: Diving equipment is present, functioning, and suitable for the dive.
14. Hazardous Substance/Chemical Use: Safe handling and use of hazardous substances with appropriate PPE.
15. Entering and Exiting the Water: Outlines safe entry and exit points for divers.
16. Dive Operations: Adherence to AS/NZS 2299.1 standards for occupational diving operations.
17. End of Dive: Assessing divers' physical condition and managing any decompression sickness or injuries.
18. Emergency Response: Establishing clear control measures for handling diving emergencies.

Each purchase of our SWMS comes with a complimentary copy of the Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List, valued at $19.95. This valuable resource provides an up-to-date overview of relevant laws and standards, further supporting your compliance efforts.

Key Features of the SWMS:

• Comprehensive Risk Management: Includes a detailed risk assessment matrix to identify and mitigate dive risks.
• Legislative Compliance: Adherence to Australian health and safety legislation.
• Emergency Response: Outlines control measures for dive emergencies, including decompression sickness and equipment failure.
• Environmental Protection: Incorporates measures to minimise the environmental impact of diving operations.

Who is it Suitable For?

This document is essential for businesses and professionals involved in commercial diving operations, including:

• Diving contractors and consultants
• Construction and engineering firms undertaking underwater projects
• Environmental research and marine survey organisations

Purchase the Diving SWMS now to implement comprehensive safety protocols and comply with regulatory requirements.