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Safe work method statement

Swimming Up Stream and the SWMS Dilemma

February 20, 2025 by Dr Rob Long 4 Comments

  Refer also to: The Arse-Covering Myth Swimming Up Stream and the Safe Work Method Statement Dilemma I was with an organisation this week that was being inspected by the regulator. The regulator had the unenviable task of assessing whether this organisation was appropriately managing … [Read more...] about Swimming Up Stream and the SWMS Dilemma

Filed Under: Robert Long, Work Method Statements Tagged With: JHA, job hazard analysis, job safety analysis, JSA, Safe work method statement, safety documentation, safety slogan, swms, work method statement

How to Write Safety Procedures

June 30, 2021 by George Robotham Leave a Comment

Lots of discussion about these currently on OHS Forums, my thoughts are that we should only have one set of procedures that include any safety, not a work instruction and say a SWMS. Procedures MUST be written by or with the people doing the job and regularly reviewed – no better training!! I have … [Read more...] about How to Write Safety Procedures

Filed Under: George Robotham, Safety Procedures Tagged With: Safe work method statement, safe working procedures

The Arse-Covering Myth

November 27, 2019 by Dr Rob Long 1 Comment

The Arse-Covering Myth One of the most dominant myths in industry is that paperwork is an ‘arse-covering’ exercise. People seem to accept and tolerate paperwork for this reason when the reality is opposite, no amount of paperwork saves your arse in court. If there is no relation between your … [Read more...] about The Arse-Covering Myth

Filed Under: Robert Long, Safety Myths Tagged With: arse covering, paperwork, Safe work method statement, safe work method statements, safety culture, Safety Procedures, swms

Danger of Generic Safe Work Method Statements

August 21, 2013 by Admin 3 Comments

Danger of Generic Safe Work Method Statements We have been concerned for some time about the propensity for some employers and contractors to use a work method statement they found on google. An activity condoned by the people they give it to and who don't properly check it for accuracy and … [Read more...] about Danger of Generic Safe Work Method Statements

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How To Complete a SWP

July 15, 2013 by Admin Leave a Comment

How To Complete a SWP A very common search term used to find this website is: “How to complete a SWP”. An SWP or Standard Work Procedure or Safe Work Procedure is a common and necessary requirement on all construction and building sites. Most Principle Contractors will require and approve one of … [Read more...] about How To Complete a SWP

Filed Under: Workplace Safety Tagged With: JHA, job hazard analysis, JSA, Safe work method statement, Safety Tools, swms, SWP

WHS, Environmental & Quality Compliance Documentation

March 14, 2013 by Admin 3 Comments

WHS, Environmental & Quality Compliance Documentation Made Simple, Quick & Easy … Or Your Money Back NB: This is not a paid advertisement or a product review just some publicity for a great supporter of our blog. Check out out their website and make up your own mind about the suitability of … [Read more...] about WHS, Environmental & Quality Compliance Documentation

Filed Under: Construction Safety, Work Method Statements Tagged With: compliance documentation, construction industry, Safe work method statement, safety compliance, Safety Systems, WHS

Safe Work Method Statements now available from SAI Global

December 10, 2012 by Admin 5 Comments

Safe Work Method Statements now available from SAI Global UPDATE –11-12-12 Just read a very interesting commentary by Kevin Jones on his SafetyAtWorkBlog:  He writes: On 30 November 2012, SAI Global announced a commercial arrangement with SafetyCulture for the sale of generic Safe Work … [Read more...] about Safe Work Method Statements now available from SAI Global

Filed Under: Work Method Statements Tagged With: Safe work method statement, safe work method statements, safety documentation, swms

Another Free Safe Work Method Statement

October 8, 2012 by Admin Leave a Comment

Another Free Safe Work Method Statement By following this link : http://buildingasaservice.com/free-safe-work-method-statements/ anyone can download a free Safe Work Method Statement, a completed example and a checklist to help with completion. … [Read more...] about Another Free Safe Work Method Statement

Filed Under: Work Method Statements Tagged With: Safe work method statement, Safe Work Method Statement, swms

OHS 2012 Where Are We Now?

June 28, 2012 by George Robotham Leave a Comment

George Robotham reflects back over the changes, or lack there of, in the last 11 years. Comments and criticisms are bound be many and are totally encouraged. Be warned, no punches have been pulled! Quote: “Many of the people who work in OHS are strongly locked into traditional approaches and have … [Read more...] about OHS 2012 Where Are We Now?

Filed Under: George Robotham, Safety Leadership, Workplace Safety, Zero Harm Tagged With: common sense, LTIFR, occupational health and safety, ohs, Safe work method statement, safety communication, Safety Goals, safety slogan, Zero Harm

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