Height (roof edge protection) SWMS 10228-6

Roof - Edge Protection Safe Work Method Statement

This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive document outlining the safety steps, general hazards and controls associated with installation, use and subsequent dismantling of roof edge protection systems. This SWMS also includes a Falls Emergency Rescue Plan Tool.

This SWMS does not cover the specific setup of height access equipment. A dedicated SWMS will be required for the set-up/erection of height access equipment such as Mobile and Fixed Scaffolds, Mobile Elevated Work Platforms etc.

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Roof - Edge Protection SWMS Content: 

• High Risk Construction Work
• Mobile Plant   
• Involves a risk of a person falling more than 2m, including work on telecommunications towers
• Risk Assessment Matrix
• Hierarchy of Controls
• PPE
• Job Steps (includes potential hazards and control measures)
1. Planning & Preparation
2. Training and Capabilities
3. Implement a Falls Emergency Rescue Plan (if using harness)
4. Arrival onsite
5. Work area set up
6. Fixing Edge Protection
7. Handover
8. Dismantling Edge Protection
9. On Completion
• Falls Emergency Rescue Plan
• 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. or works carried out on a regular basis a generic SWMS may be prepared and used for those work activities.