Lead Paint Removal SWMS 10615-1

Lead Paint Removal Safety Safe Work Method Statement

This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive document outlining the safety steps, general hazards and controls when preparing a surface for repainting that has existing lead paint applied. Covered in this SWMS is lead preparation and removal, working with chemicals, manual handling and environmental waste.

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Save time with our pre-filled, fully customisable templates. Simply add your company details and include any site specific details or risks ensuring it is specific to the task at hand. It is then ready for printing and inclusion in your overall WHS System. 

Lead Paint Removal Safety SWMS Content: 

• High Risk Construction Work
• Mobile Plant   
• Risk Assessment Matrix
• Hierarchy of Controls
• PPE
• Job Steps (includes potential hazards and control measures)
• Planning & Preparation
• Training and Capabilities
• Arrival Onsite 
• Work Area Setup
• Paint Removal 
• 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.