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The Construction Site Inspection Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 7 page procedure outlining the safety steps for conducting inspections on a construction site.

The Construction Site Inspection procedure is ready to use and is not a blank template. Simply add your company details, ABN, and include any site specific details or risks and make it specific to the task at hand. It is then ready for printing and to be incorporated as part of your overall OHS System.

The Construction Site Inspection Work Method Statement can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.

The Construction Site Inspection Safety Procedure includes:

• PPE
• Safety Notes
• Planning
• Preparation
• Operation

References:

• OHS Legislation in all States
• WorkSafe Victoria (2008) Sample Site Induction Checklist
• QLD DEIR (2005) Building and Construction Industry Safety Guide
• QLD DEIR – General Construction Induction Training (online information)

Product Details:

• 7  page procedure
• Written by ex WHS inspectors
• Referenced
• Risk ratings before and after control measures
• MS Word format NOT PDF
• Task specific and site specific details easy to add
• Includes easy to complete boxes for Company details and project details
• Employee sign off section
• Instant download delivery

Planning:

Liaise with Principal Contractor. Ensure following is provided before work commences:

• Site specific induction (include location of amenities, first aid facilities, emergency plans and evacuation points, incident reporting, communication, contact persons etc)
• Health and Safety Rules for site
• Supervisory arrangements
• PPE requirements for site (hard hat, high visibility clothing, safety boots, etc)
• Types of hazards at site
• Site plans – showing no go zones for pedestrians
• Traffic Management plans
• Relevant SWMS and JSA’s
• Site security requirements

Ensure all persons entering construction site have a Construction Induction Card (or equivalent).

Ensure Principal has communicated presence of non-construction personnel to operators as required.

Ensure adequate supervision/assistance can be provided for inspector.