Hydrant & Booster Annual Test (AS 1851) SWMS
A Safe Work Method Statement for hydrant & booster annual test covering all key hazards, controls and regulatory requirements.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Annual testing of fire hydrant and booster systems under AS 1851 involves pressurising mains, flow-testing hydrants, and verifying booster performance. This work triggers WHS Regulation 2025 Part 3.1 risk management duties due to high-pressure water, traffic exposure at booster assemblies, and confined valve pit access requirements.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Impact injury, eye damage, slips
Vehicle strike causing serious injury or death
Musculoskeletal strain and crush injuries
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Isolate and depressurise mains before connecting test equipment; verify zero pressure at gauge before disconnection.
- 2Establish AS 1742.3 traffic management with cones, signage and spotter when working at street boosters.
- 3Use rated hose, secure standpipes with safety chains, and direct flow discharge away from public areas.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandates annual hydrant and booster test procedures and records
Hierarchy of controls for pressure and traffic hazards
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS ready for project customisation
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all states/territories)
- ✓Hazard register aligned to AS 1851 test activities
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation records
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 (Cth model)
- WHS Regulation 2025 Part 3.1
- AS 2419.1 Fire hydrant installations