The Shipping Container - Unloading Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 13 page procedure. This SWMS concerns the unloading of stone slabs from shipping containers. 

The Shipping Container - Unloading 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 Shipping Container - Unloading Work Method Statement can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.

• PPE
• Safety Notes
• Planning
• Pre-operational Inspection
• Preparation
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Emergency Procedures
• References

• 13 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

• Manual Handling
• Trucks loading and unloading

Inspect crane:

• SWL clearly marked
• Required maintenance undertaken
• Safety devices present and working
• Control labelled correctly and clearly
• No hydraulic leaks
• Tracks are free from damage
• End-stops are free from damage

Inspect lifting gear:

• Synthetic Slings
• labelled with legible WLL
• check for visible damage
• possible damage through heat, chemical exposure
• damaged lifting eyes, terminal attachments or end fittings

Chains:

• check individual links for signs of wear/damage (twisting, stretching, nicks or gouging)

Hooks:

• safety latches in place and undamaged
• marked with SWL/WLL