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Roof Trusses SWMS Template
Safe Work Method Statement for roof truss installation and erection
HRCW: Work at height (risk of falling more than 2 metres)HRCW: Work involving tilt-up/precast elements (if crane-erected)
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What This SWMS Covers
This SWMS covers roof truss installation including crane erection, manual handling of trusses, temporary bracing, and securing trusses to top plates.
Who Needs This SWMS
Carpenters, framing contractors, crane operators, principal contractors managing roof construction
Key Hazards & Control Measures
| Hazard | Risk Level | Control Measures | Hierarchy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls from height during truss erection | Fatal | Edge protection on perimeter walls, temporary work platform or scaffold at eaves level, harness with anchor points | Engineering / PPE |
| Truss collapse (domino effect) | Fatal | Temporary bracing installed per engineer’s bracing plan, progressive bracing as each truss is erected, no worker on trusses until permanently braced | Engineering / Administrative |
| Crane / lifting hazards | Fatal | Certified rigging, crane operator with valid licence, exclusion zone during lift, tag lines for control, wind speed limits | Administrative / Engineering |
| Manual handling (heavy trusses) | Serious | Crane or hiab for all trusses where feasible, team lifts for small trusses, no single-person handling of trusses >25kg | Engineering / Administrative |
PPE Requirements
●Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
●Full-body harness (AS/NZS 1891)
●Safety boots (AS/NZS 2210)
●High-visibility vest
●Gloves for handling timber
Frequently Asked Questions
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