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Cherry Picker SWMS Template
Safe Work Method Statement for cherry picker / knuckle boom operation for elevated access
HRCW: Work at height (risk of falling more than 2 metres)
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What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS covers cherry picker (knuckle boom, vehicle-mounted EWP) operation for elevated access including tree lopping, signage, lighting, and building maintenance tasks.
Who Needs This SWMS
EWP operators, arborists, signage installers, maintenance workers, electricians using cherry pickers
Key Hazards & Control Measures
| Hazard | Risk Level | Control Measures | Hierarchy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls from the platform | Fatal | Full-body harness with short restraint lanyard, guardrails intact, no leaning over sides | PPE / Engineering |
| Vehicle/platform tipover | Fatal | Outriggers fully deployed on firm ground, setup on level surface, wind speed limits observed, load limits not exceeded | Engineering / Administrative |
| Electrocution (powerline contact) | Fatal | Safe approach distances maintained, spotter for work near overhead lines, insulated boom for electrical proximity work | Administrative / Engineering |
| Struck by falling objects/tools | Serious | Tool lanyards, exclusion zone below work area, no loose items on platform, barricading at ground level | Administrative / Engineering |
PPE Requirements
●Full-body harness with short restraint lanyard
●Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
●Safety boots (AS/NZS 2210)
●High-visibility vest
Frequently Asked Questions
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