Stage / Truss Load-In (Heavy Touring Events) SWMS
SWMS template for stage / truss load-in (heavy touring events). Covers Stadium / arena tour load-in / strike.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Stage and truss load-in for heavy touring events at stadiums and arenas involves rapid rigging, motor flying, and overhead truss assembly under tight schedules. This work triggers WHS Regulation 2025 r291 High Risk Construction Work obligations due to work at height exceeding 2m and risk of structural collapse during dynamic load-in.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Fatal impact or severe spinal injury
Crush injury or fatality to crew below
Truss collapse causing multiple fatalities
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Certified riggers only; dual-rated harnesses with twin lanyards anchored to engineered points above 2m.
- 2Exclusion zones below flying truss with spotters; hard hats mandatory; no-go during motor movement.
- 3Pre-use motor inspection, load cell monitoring, and engineered rigging plot signed by competent rigger.
Applicable Codes of Practice
High Risk Construction Work — SWMS mandatory before work starts
Safe use of lifting equipment and chain motors
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Riggers work on truss, towers, and stage decks routinely exceeding 2m height.
Flown truss and ground-supported towers rely on temporary load-bearing rigging systems.
No SWMS before HRCW starts breaches r291 — penalties up to $30,000.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS customisable to your venue and tour
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule for all 8 AU jurisdictions
- ✓Hazard register aligned to HRCW categories 1 and 9
- ✓Worker sign-on register for crew acknowledgement
Related legislation
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth)
- WHS Regulation 2025 Part 6.3 (Construction Work)
- Managing the Risk of Falls Code of Practice