Silica Dust Safe Work Method Statement

Silica Dust Safe Work Method Statement

This Silica Dust Safe Work Method Statement Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls when working with materials containing respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust.

This SWMS should be used for work in which RCS dust or materials containing RCS dust are encountered in the workplace.

Examples may be found in many materials common to construction sites such as soil, sand, concrete, masonry, rock, granite and landscaping materials.

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

Silica Dust Risk Assessment

If you're working with materials that contain respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust, we have you covered.

This SWMS contains an OHS Risk Assessment matrix and controls for avoiding accidents and protecting workers and members of the public.

Our easy to use risk matrix will help you rate individual risks and put in place appropriate controls.

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

Job Steps Covered in Silica Dust SWMS:

(includes potential hazards & control measures)

1. Training
2. Worker consultation
3. Health monitoring
4. Risk asssessment
5. Work area set-up
6. General workplace dust control
7. Respiratory PPE
8. Using power saws/grinder
   • Brick or tile saws
   • Handheld saws
   • Walk-behind saws
   • Floor and handheld grinders
9. Using drills
10. Operating vehicle-mounted drill rigs
11. Operating cab-mounted plant and vehicles that generate or are adjacent to silica dust
12. Environmental impacts
13. On Completion
14. Emergency Response

We've recently reviewed and updated our silica dust controls in line with the new 2023 Code of Practice for Silica Dust hazards in the construction industry. Shop confidently, knowing you're getting the latest, most accurate information for your workplace safety needs.