Balcony / External Waterproofing SWMS
SWMS template for balcony / external waterproofing. Covers Balcony membrane, root barriers, planter boxes.. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Application of waterproofing membranes to external balconies, planter boxes and root barriers, including surface preparation, primer and liquid membrane installation. Work involves elevated edges, solvent-based chemicals and ladder access, triggering High Risk Construction Work provisions under WHS Regulation 2011 r291 requiring a SWMS before work commences.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Serious injury or fatality from height
Respiratory irritation, dermatitis, dizziness
Fall causing fractures or head injury
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Install edge protection or temporary guardrails to all unprotected balcony edges before work begins.
- 2Use vapour-rated respirator (AS/NZS 1716), nitrile gloves and ensure cross-ventilation when applying solvent membranes.
- 3Use industrial ladders (AS/NZS 1892) on stable footing; eliminate ladder use where scaffold is feasible.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory fall controls for balcony edge work above 2m
Membrane specification and falls/drainage compliance
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Balcony perimeter work exposes workers to falls from elevated structures exceeding 2m.
Solvent-based primers and polyurethane membranes are scheduled hazardous chemicals under GHS.
SWMS mandatory before work; PCBU penalties up to $30,000 for non-compliance.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template customisable to your project
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all 8 AU jurisdictions)
- ✓Pre-populated hazard register for balcony waterproofing
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation evidence
Related legislation
- WHS Regulation 2011 r291 — High Risk Construction Work
- WHS Regulation 2011 Chapter 7 — Hazardous Chemicals
- WHS Act 2011 s19 — Primary duty of care