Timber Machining Centre (CNC) SWMS
CNC timber machining centre operation. Covers tool-change procedure, vacuum-pod clamping, automation start-up warning, dust extraction, e-stop placement.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
CNC timber machining centre operation including tool-changes, vacuum-pod clamping, automation start-up, dust extraction and emergency stop verification. Triggers WHS Regulation 2025 plant, hazardous dust and noise duties.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Severe crush, amputation injury
Impact trauma, fatality
Nasal cancer, hearing loss
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Isolate and lockout per AS 4024.1603 before tool-change or pod adjustment.
- 2Verify vacuum gauge ≥-0.8 bar and test-cycle pods before machining.
- 3LEV to AS 3853, audible start warning, Class P2 RPE, hearing protection.
Applicable Codes of Practice
CNC guarding, interlocks, e-stop compliance
Isolation, start-up warning, control circuits
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
CNC gantry powered movement creates crush and entanglement zones during operation.
SWMS mandatory before work; $14,400 individual penalty.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX template — Microsoft Word compatible
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (NSW/VIC/QLD/SA/WA/TAS/NT/ACT)
- ✓Hazard register with risk ratings + controls
- ✓Worker sign-on register and pre-start checklist
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 (model)
- WHS Regulation 2025
- Code of Practice — Hazardous Manual Tasks