Window Cleaning SWMS
Commercial and residential window cleaning at ground level and first-storey using poles, ladders, and cherry pickers. Covers chemical handling, slip/trip hazards, and working near traffic.
SWMS variants reference your state’s WHS legislation. Instant download after payment.
Commercial and residential window cleaning at ground and first-storey level using extension poles, ladders, and elevating work platforms. Tasks involve chemical detergents, wet surfaces, and proximity to vehicle traffic. Work above 2 metres triggers HRCW Category 1 under WHS Regulation 2025, requiring a documented SWMS before work commences.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Serious injury or fatality from height
Skin burns, eye damage, respiratory irritation
Fractures, lacerations, or vehicle impact injuries
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Use industrial-rated EWP or Class 1 ladder secured at top; harness when above 2m.
- 2Wear chemical-resistant gloves and safety glasses; review SDS before mixing detergents.
- 3Establish exclusion zone with bollards or witches hats when working near traffic or pedestrians.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory hierarchy of controls for work above 2 metres
Ladder selection, inspection, and safe use requirements
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
First-storey window access via ladder or EWP exceeds 2m fall threshold.
SWMS mandatory before work; penalties up to $30,000 for non-compliance.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template ready for project-specific customisation
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule covering all Australian jurisdictions
- ✓Hazard register with risk matrix and control verification fields
- ✓Worker sign-on register for SWMS consultation and acknowledgement
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 — Section 19 primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2025 Part 4.4 — Falls
- WHS Regulation 2025 Part 7.1 — Hazardous Chemicals