Compressed Air Reticulation (Plumbing Context) SWMS
A Safe Work Method Statement for compressed air reticulation covering all key hazards, controls and regulatory requirements.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Installation, modification and testing of compressed air reticulation systems in commercial and industrial settings, including pipework, fittings, receivers and pressure-testing. WHS Regulation 2025 Part 3.1 requires PCBUs to identify hazards and implement controls for pressurised plant and energy release risks.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Whip injuries, eye penetration, fatal embolism
Catastrophic rupture, projectile fragments, hearing damage
Musculoskeletal strain, crush injury
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Isolate, depressurise and lock-out system; verify zero energy before disconnecting any fitting or pipework.
- 2Pressure-test per AS 4041 using staged ramp-up, exclusion zones and certified gauges; document results.
- 3Use mechanical lifting aids for receivers; team-lift pipe lengths over 20kg with rated slings.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory design, fabrication and testing standard for compressed air piping.
Risk management framework required under WHS Reg Part 3.1.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template with full project and signatory fields
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA, TAS, ACT, NT)
- ✓Pre-populated hazard register with risk matrix scoring
- ✓Worker sign-on register with consultation and review log
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s.19 — Primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2025 Chapter 5 — Plant and structures
- AS 1210 Pressure Vessels