Concrete Scanning SWMS
Safe Work Method Statement covering the key hazards and control measures for concrete scanning.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Concrete scanning uses Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and electromagnetic locators to detect rebar, post-tension cables, conduits and embedded services before core drilling or cutting. WHS Regulation 2025 requires a SWMS where scanning supports work near energised services or structural elements — a High Risk Construction Work trigger under r.291.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Electrocution or arc flash during subsequent drilling
Cable strike causing structural failure or fatality
Fall causing serious injury
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Operator holds AS 5488 subsurface utility locator certification; scan in two orthogonal passes minimum.
- 2Mark detected services with paint/crayon; isolate and de-energise circuits before any penetration.
- 3Issue written scan report with depth confidence and exclusion zones before drilling permit released.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Defines quality levels for service location accuracy
SWMS requirements for HRCW near energised services
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
GPR scanning precedes drilling near embedded conduits and live cabling within slabs and walls.
SWMS mandatory under WHS Reg r.291; penalties up to $36,000 individual.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template ready for project customisation
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation and codes of practice schedule
- ✓Hazard register with risk ratings and control hierarchy
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation evidence
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s.19 — primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2025 r.291 — SWMS for HRCW
- WHS Regulation 2025 r.166 — underground essential services information