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Erecting Scaffold SWMS Template
Safe Work Method Statement for scaffold erection by licensed scaffolders
HRCW: Work at height (risk of falling more than 2 metres)
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What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS covers scaffold erection, alteration, and dismantling by licensed scaffolders, including tube-and-coupler, modular/system scaffold, and cantilever scaffold systems.
Who Needs This SWMS
Licensed scaffolders (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced), scaffold labourers, principal contractors engaging scaffolding subcontractors
Key Hazards & Control Measures
| Hazard | Risk Level | Control Measures | Hierarchy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls from height during erection | Fatal | Advanced guardrail systems, fall arrest harness with static line, safe platform-to-platform progression, no working from incomplete scaffold | Engineering / PPE |
| Scaffold collapse during erection | Fatal | Scaffold design by competent person, adequate base plates/sole boards, ties installed progressively, bracing complete before loading | Engineering / Administrative |
| Falling components (tubes, fittings, boards) | Fatal | Exclusion zone below scaffold, tool lanyards, component passing by hand or hoist (not thrown), gin wheel for heavy components | Administrative / Engineering |
| Manual handling (heavy scaffold components) | Serious | Mechanical lifting (hoist/crane) for upper levels, team lifts for heavy components, limit carry distances on scaffold | Engineering / Administrative |
PPE Requirements
●Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
●Full-body harness (AS/NZS 1891)
●Safety boots with ankle support (AS/NZS 2210)
●High-visibility vest
●Gloves for handling steel components
Frequently Asked Questions
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