Structural Fumigation (Methyl Bromide / Sulfuryl) SWMS
SWMS template for structural fumigation. Covers Tarpaulin fumigation, gas detection, aeration.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Structural fumigation using methyl bromide or sulfuryl fluoride involves sealing buildings under tarpaulin, releasing acutely toxic gas, monitoring concentrations, and aerating before re-entry. Under WHS Regulation 2011, this is high-risk work involving Schedule 10 prohibited/restricted carcinogens and acutely toxic substances requiring written SWMS, licensed fumigators, and exclusion zones.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Pulmonary oedema, neurological damage, death
Fatal poisoning of workers or occupants
Bystander exposure, evacuation, hospitalisation
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Licensed fumigator only; establish 5m exclusion zone with warning signs and 24-hour security watch.
- 2Continuous gas monitoring with calibrated detector; clearance below 5ppm (MeBr) or 1ppm (SF) before re-entry.
- 3Full-face SCBA for tarp removal and initial aeration; mandatory two-person buddy system maintained throughout.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Schedule 10 prohibited/restricted carcinogens and acute toxicity controls
Tarpaulin sealing, gas dosage, aeration and clearance protocols
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Methyl bromide and sulfuryl fluoride are acutely toxic Schedule 10 fumigant gases.
Buildings and adjoining premises must be evacuated during gas release and aeration.
Written SWMS mandatory under r291; non-compliance attracts Category 1 penalties.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template — CIH-reviewed, fully customisable
- ✓State-specific legislation schedule covering all 8 Australian jurisdictions
- ✓Hazard register with risk matrix and residual risk scoring
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation evidence
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s19 — Primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2011 r358 — Prohibited and restricted carcinogens
- AS/NZS 1715/1716 — Respiratory protection selection and use