Weed Control Safe Work Method Statement

Weed Control Safe Work Method Statement

This Weed Control Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with chemical weed control involving the use of herbicides.

The method of application is foliar spraying, where the herbicide is diluted with water or diesel and using a hose and handgun spray over the foliage (back pack or vehicle mounted pump).

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

Bonus Spray Plan included with this SWMS.

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

Job Steps Covered in Weed Control SWMS:

(includes potential hazards & control measures)

1. Training
2. Planning
3. Working Outdoors
4. Transporting Chemicals
5. Arrival On-site & Assess On-site Conditions
6. Prepare Intended Work Area
7. Environment
8. Conduct Visual Pre-inspection of Equipment
9. Mixing & Decanting
10. Weed Spraying
11. On Completion
12. Emergency Response