Lift / Elevator Maintenance / Service SWMS
SWMS template for lift / elevator maintenance / service. Covers Routine service, rope inspection, controls.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Lift and elevator maintenance covers routine servicing, rope and brake inspection, and controls testing within shafts, machine rooms and pits. This work triggers WHS Regulation 2011 r291 High Risk Construction Work due to confined shaft entry, energised electrical systems and risk of falls from suspended platforms.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Fatal fall, crush injury
Electrocution, arc flash burns
Fatal entrapment or amputation
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Lock-off mainline isolator and apply personal danger tags before entering shaft, pit or car-top.
- 2Engage car-top control station, pit stop switch and mechanical car blocks before commencing inspection work.
- 3Two-person crew with rescue plan; verify SWL of suspension ropes per AS 1735.7.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory design and safe servicing standard for lifts
Isolation and testing of energised lift control circuits
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Lift shafts and pits meet confined space definition under WHS Reg r5.
Controllers, traction drives and shaft wiring remain live during fault-finding.
SWMS mandatory before work starts; PCBU fines exceed $30,000 for non-compliance.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template tailored to lift maintenance
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all 8 AU jurisdictions)
- ✓Hazard register aligned to AS 1735 and HRCW categories 9 and 14
- ✓Worker sign-on and consultation register
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s19 — Primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2011 r291 — High Risk Construction Work SWMS
- AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules