Storm / Flood Damage Make-Safe (Insurance) SWMS
SWMS template for storm / flood damage make-safe (insurance). Covers Tarp-up, board-up, water extraction. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Emergency make-safe response to storm and flood damaged properties under insurance scope, including roof tarping, window board-up, and water extraction. This work triggers WHS Regulation 2011 r291 High Risk Construction Work due to roof access above 2m, compromised structures, energised electrical hazards, and contaminated floodwater exposure.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Fatal fall, fractures, head injury
Electrocution, arc flash burns
Crush injury, entrapment, fatality
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Isolate mains power and verify dead with tested VLD before site entry.
- 2Conduct structural visual assessment; install fall protection or harness anchored to sound structure before roof access.
- 3Wear waterproof PPE, gloves and P2 respirator; decontaminate after floodwater contact.
Applicable Codes of Practice
HRCW: work at heights >2m and near energised installations
Selection and use of harness systems on damaged roofs
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Tarping requires access to pitched residential and commercial roofs above 2m.
Flood/storm damaged switchboards and wiring remain live until isolated and verified.
SWMS mandatory before work starts; PCBU fines up to $30,000.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS customisable to your business and site
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all 8 AU jurisdictions)
- ✓Pre-populated hazard and risk register with controls
- ✓Worker sign-on and daily review register
Related legislation
- Work Health and Safety Act 2011
- AS/NZS 3012 Electrical installations — Construction and demolition sites
- Safe Work Australia Construction Work Code of Practice