Struck by tools and materials

How to control struck by tools and materials

1. Choose methods and tools that keep hands and bodies clear, such as powered or guarded tools instead of hand striking.
2. Cut banding and tensioned straps with purpose-made cutters, and let go of the tension in a controlled way.
3. Keep other people out of the swing and recoil zone of tools and straps, and keep a clear space around anyone using hand tools.
4. Keep tools in good condition, with sound handles and dressed heads, and replace damaged tools.
5. Secure materials, cables and loads so that they cannot swing or spring free.
6. Wear safety glasses, gloves, steel-capped boots and a hard hat suited to the task.

Typical controls, most effective first. Your SWMS sets the controls for your own job and site.

SWMS by trade

• Carpentry9 templates
• Concreting5 templates
• Carpentry4 templates
• Landscaping4 templates
• Landscaping4 templates
• Shop Fitting4 templates
• Shop Fitting4 templates
• Concreting3 templates

Hazards that come up alongside it

• Environmental contamination43 templates
• Hazardous chemicals43 templates
• Mobile plant and vehicles43 templates
• Personal injury, property damage or environmental incident43 templates
• Slips, trips and falls43 templates
• Emergencies42 templates
• Manual tasks42 templates
• Unauthorised access42 templates

Legislation these templates cite

• WHS Act 201135 templates
• WHS Regulations 201135 templates
• OHS Act 2004 (Vic)32 templates
• Code of Practice: Construction work31 templates
• Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace31 templates
• Code of Practice: How to manage WHS risks31 templates
• Code of Practice: Work environment and facilities31 templates
• OHS Regulations 2017 (Vic)31 templates