Overhead Wiring (Traction) Construction SWMS
OHL/traction overhead wiring construction and maintenance — 25 kV AC and 1500 V DC systems. Earthing isolation, height work from EWP/tower wagon, live electrical safety per AS/NZS 7000.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Construction and maintenance of overhead traction wiring for 25 kV AC and 1500 V DC rail networks, including conductor stringing, registration arm installation, and earthing isolation works from EWPs and tower wagons. Triggers WHS Regulation 2025 HRCW provisions and Rail Safety National Law obligations under ONRSR framework.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Electrocution, severe arc flash burns, fatality
Serious crush, head, spinal injuries or death
Multiple fatalities from train strike
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Obtain electrical permit, isolate and earth OHL via authorised network controller before any conductor work commences.
- 2Use rated EWP with fall arrest harness; maintain approach distances per AS/NZS 7000 and network rules.
- 3Implement track protection with ONRSR-compliant lookouts, possessions, or absolute occupations before entering rail corridor.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory clearances and design for traction OHL systems
Live electrical work isolation and permit requirements
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Direct work on 25 kV AC and 1500 V DC traction overhead conductors and supports.
All OHL construction occurs within the live rail corridor adjacent to running lines.
PCBU must prepare SWMS before work starts — s.291 WHS Reg 2025.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template tailored to OHL traction work
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation and Rail Safety Law schedule
- ✓Hazard register covering electrical, height, and rail corridor risks
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation evidence
Related legislation
- WHS Regulation 2025 Part 4.5 (Electrical) and Schedule 3 (HRCW)
- Rail Safety National Law Act 2012
- Electricity Supply (Safety and Network Management) Regulation