Air Conditioning (Ducted New Construction) SWMS 10005-7

Air Conditioning (Ducted - New Construction) Safe Work Method Statement

This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines the safety steps, general hazards and controls associated with new ducted air-conditioning system installations in buildings under construction.

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Air Conditioning (Ducted - New Construction) SWMS Content: 

• High Risk Construction Work
• Mobile Plant   
• Pressurised gas distribution mains or piping chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines energised electrical installations or services 
• Risk Assessment Matrix
• Hierarchy of Controls
• PPE
• Job Steps (includes potential hazards and control measures)
• Planning & Preparation
• Training and Capabilities
• Assess onsite conditions
• Work area set up
• Materials Delivery
• Outdoor/Indoor units
• Installing duct work & refrigerant lines
• Joining refrigerant lines
• Electrical fit off
• Commission appliances
• Testing & Commissioning
• On Completion
• Emergency Response Procedures
• Legislative References
• Employee sign off section
• Review & Monitoring  

For works carried out on a regular basis a generic SWMS may be prepared and used for those work activities.

Remember: The content of the SWMS should be refined over time and include consultation with workers and other persons conducting a business or undertaking. Prior to each new activity, the SWMS must be reviewed and revised to ensure it applies to the high risk construction work and the actual site you are working at.