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Manual Handling Safe Work Method Statement

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Manual Handling Safe Work Method Statement

This Manual Handling Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with hazardous manual handling tasks in the workplace.

This SWMS covers High-Risk Construction Work (HRCW) controls related to:

  • Mobile plant movement

Additional controls are included for Slips, Trips & Falls & Hazardous Manual Tasks.

Comes with a complimentary copy of the Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List valued at $19.95

Job Steps Covered in Manual Handling SWMS:

(includes potential hazards and control measures)

  1. Training
  2. Provide Adequate Resources
  3. Conduct a Risk Assessment Identifying Potentially Hazardous Manual Tasks
  4. Preparation
  5. Lifting, Carrying & Setting Down without Lifting Aids
  6. Team Lifts
  7. Non-powered Lifting Aid Use
  8. Powered Mobile Plant Lifting Aids
  9. Working in Awkward, Sustained &/or Static Positions
  10. Driving
  11. Workstation Ergonomics (workshops, construction, kitchens)
  12. Seated Tasks (e.g. office work)
  13. Standing Tasks
  14. Handheld Tool Operation (powered & non-powered)
  15. Shift Work
  16. People Handling
  17. Animal Handling
  18. Emergency Response
  • Instant Document Delivery via Email.
    • Add your logo easily.
    • Add or delete information to any SWMS template.
    • Customisation instructions provided.
    • Complies with Australian & New Zealand legislation.
    • Microsoft Word Format (Fully editable).
    • Only pay once (no subscriptions required).

Manual Handling Safe Work Method Statement

This Manual Handling Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with hazardous manual handling tasks in the workplace.

This SWMS covers High-Risk Construction Work (HRCW) controls related to:

  • Mobile plant movement

Additional controls are included for Slips, Trips & Falls & Hazardous Manual Tasks.

Comes with a complimentary copy of the Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List valued at $19.95

Job Steps Covered in Manual Handling SWMS:

(includes potential hazards and control measures)

  1. Training
  2. Provide Adequate Resources
  3. Conduct a Risk Assessment Identifying Potentially Hazardous Manual Tasks
  4. Preparation
  5. Lifting, Carrying & Setting Down without Lifting Aids
  6. Team Lifts
  7. Non-powered Lifting Aid Use
  8. Powered Mobile Plant Lifting Aids
  9. Working in Awkward, Sustained &/or Static Positions
  10. Driving
  11. Workstation Ergonomics (workshops, construction, kitchens)
  12. Seated Tasks (e.g. office work)
  13. Standing Tasks
  14. Handheld Tool Operation (powered & non-powered)
  15. Shift Work
  16. People Handling
  17. Animal Handling
  18. Emergency Response
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