Commercial Kitchen Integrated Plumbing SWMS
A Safe Work Method Statement for commercial kitchen integrated plumbing covering all key hazards, controls and regulatory requirements. This is classified as high-risk construction work under WHS Regulation 2025.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Installation and connection of integrated plumbing systems in commercial kitchens, including potable water, waste, trade waste, grease arrestors, and gas-fired appliance connections. This work is classified as High Risk Construction Work under WHS Regulation 2025 Schedule 1 due to gas component installation, requiring a documented SWMS before work commences.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Explosion, fire, asphyxiation
Biological infection, dermatitis, illness
Burns, fire, smoke inhalation
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Licensed gasfitter performs all gas connections; pressure test and certify per AS/NZS 5601.1 before commissioning.
- 2Wear chemical-resistant gloves, eyewear and P2 respirator when servicing grease arrestors; vaccinate workers against Hepatitis A.
- 3Issue hot work permit, clear 1.5m combustible exclusion zone, post fire watch with extinguisher during and 30min after.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory standard for commercial gas appliance connection and testing.
Governs trade waste, grease arrestor and fixture installation.
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Connecting gas-fired cooking appliances and commissioning gas lines falls within Schedule 1 HRCW gas works.
SWMS mandatory before work starts; PCBU fines up to $15,000 individual, $75,000 body corporate.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template tailored to commercial kitchen plumbing
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all Australian jurisdictions)
- ✓Project hazard register aligned to identified risks
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation evidence
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s.19 — primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2025 r.291 — SWMS for high risk construction work
- Plumbing and Drainage Act (state-specific) — licensed work requirements