Waste Collection (Domestic / Commercial) SWMS
SWMS template for waste collection (domestic / commercial). Covers Side-loader / front-loader / hook-lift.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Kerbside and commercial waste collection using side-loader, front-loader or hook-lift vehicles. Operations involve heavy vehicle movement near pedestrians, manual handling of bins and exposure to biological contaminants. WHS Regulation 2011 requires documented risk controls for high-risk plant operation, manual handling and hazardous biological substances on public roads and commercial sites.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Fatal crush injury or multi-vehicle collision
Acute back, shoulder and musculoskeletal injuries
Infection, needlestick injury, chemical burns
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Use mechanical lifters/grabs; prohibit manual lifting of bins exceeding 75kg gross weight.
- 2Fit reversing cameras, audible alarms and conduct daily pre-start inspections per AS/NZS 4801.
- 3Provide cut-resistant gloves, hi-vis, eye protection and immediate sharps/needlestick response procedure.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory controls for repetitive bin lifting and pulling
Heavy vehicle and lifter mechanism risk controls
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Kerbside collection occurs on trafficked public roads with active vehicle movement.
Powered compaction and lifting plant pose crush and entanglement hazards to operators.
SWMS mandatory before work; non-compliance penalties exceed $30,000 individual.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS — fully customisable to your operation
- ✓State-specific legislation schedule covering all 8 Australian jurisdictions
- ✓Hazard register with risk matrix and residual scoring
- ✓Worker sign-on register for daily SWMS acknowledgement
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s.19 — Primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2011 r.291 — High risk construction work SWMS
- Heavy Vehicle National Law 2013 — Chain of Responsibility