Pressure Vessel Inspection (AS 3788) SWMS
SWMS template for pressure vessel inspection (as 3788). Covers Visual + NDT inspection of pressure vessels.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Visual and NDT inspection of pressure vessels under AS 3788, including internal access, surface preparation and defect assessment. Work involves stored energy, confined space entry and radiation/chemical exposure, triggering WHS Regulation 2011 high-risk work duties and mandatory SWMS under r291 across all Australian jurisdictions.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Catastrophic rupture, fatal projectile injury
Asphyxiation, toxic exposure, fatality
Acute and chronic radiation injury
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Isolate, depressurise, drain, purge and lock-out vessel; verify zero energy before entry permit issued.
- 2Confined space permit, continuous atmospheric monitoring, standby attendant and rescue plan per AS 2865.
- 3Licensed radiographer, controlled exclusion zone, dosimetry and shielding per ARPANSA RPS C-1.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Primary technical standard for inspection methodology and intervals
Mandatory entry, permit and rescue requirements
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Internal vessel inspection requires entry into a sealed atmosphere meeting confined space definition.
Plant rooms and inspection bays involve cranes and forklifts moving vessels and scaffolding.
Without compliant SWMS, PCBU faces Category 2 penalties up to $1.8M.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template (Microsoft Word)
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all 8 jurisdictions)
- ✓Project-ready hazard and risk register
- ✓Worker sign-on and consultation register
Related legislation
- WHS Regulation 2011 Chapter 7 — Hazardous work (confined spaces, plant)
- WHS Regulation 2011 Schedule 5 — Pressure equipment registration
- Radiation Protection Series RPS C-1 (ARPANSA)