Soda Blasting SWMS
SWMS template for soda blasting. Covers Restoration, corrosion-prep.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Soda blasting uses sodium bicarbonate media propelled at high pressure to strip coatings, corrosion and contaminants from substrates during restoration and corrosion-prep work. The process generates respirable dust, high-velocity media rebound and noise, triggering WHS Regulation 2011 hazardous chemical, plant and PPE duties requiring a documented SWMS before work commences.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Respiratory irritation, asthma, lead/coating exposure
Corneal abrasion, permanent eye injury
Dermatitis, abrasions, chemical burns
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Supplied-air respirator or P2/P3 RPE per AS/NZS 1715, fit-tested before each shift.
- 2Containment enclosure with LEV extraction; restrict access and post exclusion zones during blasting.
- 3Full blast suit, gauntlets, AS/NZS 1337 impact goggles and AS/NZS 1270 hearing protection.
Applicable Codes of Practice
High Risk Construction Work — SWMS mandatory before work.
Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment.
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Blasting inside tanks, vessels or enclosures concentrates dust and depletes oxygen.
Compressed-air blast pots operate above 100 kPa requiring pressurised plant controls.
Without compliant SWMS, PCBU faces stop-work orders and Category 2 penalties.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template branded to your business
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (8 AU jurisdictions)
- ✓Pre-populated hazard and risk register
- ✓Worker sign-on and consultation register
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s19 — primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2011 Chapter 7 — Hazardous Chemicals
- Model Code of Practice: Abrasive Blasting