Grease Trap Pump-Out Service SWMS
SWMS template for grease trap pump-out service. Covers Grease arrestor pump-out, trade waste handling.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Grease trap pump-out involves vacuum-truck extraction of accumulated fats, oils and grease from commercial arrestors and transport as trade waste. Confined space entry risks, biological exposure, hazardous atmospheres and manual handling of heavy hoses trigger WHS Act 2011 s19 PCBU duties and WHS Regulation 2011 hazardous chemical and confined space provisions.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Asphyxiation, unconsciousness or fatality
Gastrointestinal illness, hepatitis, skin infection
Back, shoulder and crush injuries
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Atmospheric test before lid removal; ventilate and use SCBA or supplied-air if entry required.
- 2Don chemical-resistant gloves, face shield, P2 respirator and coveralls; wash stations on truck.
- 3Two-person lift or mechanical aid for lids over 20kg; rotate hose handling duties.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Grease traps classified confined spaces requiring permit and atmospheric testing
Hose handling and lid removal risk assessment
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Grease arrestors are confined spaces with restricted entry and hazardous atmospheres from organic decomposition.
Methane and hydrogen sulphide accumulation creates flammable and toxic atmosphere risks during pump-out.
HRCW SWMS mandatory before work starts; breaches incur Category 1-3 penalties.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS customisable to your business and site
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule covering all 8 Australian jurisdictions
- ✓Hazard register with risk matrix and residual risk scoring
- ✓Worker sign-on register for daily SWMS acknowledgement
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s19 — Primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2011 Part 4.3 — Confined Spaces
- Environment Protection Trade Waste Guidelines (state-specific)