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Mould Remediation Clean

SWMS · SWMS-10634

  • 16 job steps
  • Version 3
  • Cleaning
  • Reads on any phone

This Mould Remediation Clean Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with conducting mould remediation works after a weather event or from another unexpected water source causing mould growth.

It covers 16 job steps: repairing the water problem, planning, arriving on-site and assessing conditions, work area set-up, environment, housekeeping, manual tasks, working with powered and non-powered tools, working at height on ladders and trestles, suppressing dust and spores, removing wet and mould-damaged porous materials, cleaning, disinfecting and deodorising, waste disposal, decontamination, on completion and emergency response.

It suits businesses and professionals in construction, property maintenance and restoration services, especially those dealing with water damage and mould remediation projects.

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Mould Remediation Clean

SWMSVersion 3

Document details

Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact and phone
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Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work)
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Responsible person's phone
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Responsible person's signature
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Date signed
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Principal Contractor (PC)
[Principal contractor]
PC Address
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PC phone
[PC phone]
Date SWMS provided to PC
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Job Site Address
[Site address]
Part of a construction project
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Site management plan

If the work is part of a construction project, this SWMS must align with requirements of the Site Management Plan in place for the Construction Project.

High-risk construction work

  • DemolitionDemolition of a load-bearing structure

Planning and preparation

Planning

  • Liaise with Principal Contractor to identify on-site safety systems and procedures

  • Establish supervisory and communication arrangements

  • Principal contractor to confirm emergency response procedures are in place.

Hold points

Hold points identified and signed off before continuing work. (specify the hold points)

Training and licences

  • All workers to have a General Construction Induction Card

  • Relevant workers have relevant certificates of competency, licenses, and training. Specify on the SWMS Sign-off for each worker.

  • Trained First Aider on site

  • All workers trained in site-specific emergency and evacuation procedures, SWMS, safe work procedures, and safety data sheets.

Worker duties and responsibilities

  • Fit condition for work, i.e., no signs of fatigue, alcohol or drugs

  • Attend all site inductions/briefings

  • Comply with all site requirements, e.g. PPE, Traffic Management Plans (TMP)

  • Only carry out work related to the contract

  • Inspect completed work and report possible safety, environmental and quality matters to the supervisor.

Monitoring and review

  • All people involved in the task must have this SWMS communicated to them before work commences

  • SWMS to be reviewed and amended if necessary, in consultation with relevant people after any near miss or incident

  • If additional site hazards identified, review this SWMS and amend control measures to suit

  • People, including workers, contractors and sub-contractors, affected by the revisions to this SWMS, must be informed ASAP

  • Give the principal contractor a copy of the revised SWMS

  • The site supervisor to monitor works against the controls stated in this SWMS

  • SWMS must be kept on-site and made available for inspection or review

  • Keep a record of this SWMS until the job is complete or for two years if involved in a notifiable incident

  • Regardless of any other factor, the person in control of the workplace must review this SWMS at least annually.

Site-specific notes

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Foot Protection
  • Head ProtectionHard Hat
  • Face Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Protective Clothing
  • Breathing ProtectionRespirator
  • Protective Mask

Job steps, hazards and controls

  • Work activity

    Repair the water problem

    • Hazard

      Unlicensed works

      Before controls3 High
      Controls

      • Identify the moisture source

      • Where plumbing issue is identified as the cause of the moisture problem, ensure a relevant qualified licensed contractor is engaged for repairs.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

15 more job steps, from Planning to Emergency response

Each with its hazards, risk ratings and controls, plus your crew's sign-on.

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What it covers

16 job steps

  1. Repair the water problemIdentify the moisture source and engage licensed contractors for repairs.
  2. PlanningPlan for confined space training and emergency response.
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsAssess the site and the risks on arrival.
  4. Work area set-upSet up barriers and signage to prevent unauthorised access.
  5. EnvironmentManage waste and protect the environment.
  6. House keepingKeep the area clean to prevent slips, trips and falls.
  7. Manual tasksUse correct handling techniques to avoid musculoskeletal injuries.
  8. Working with powered & non-powered toolsUse tools safely and prevent fire.
  9. Working at height on ladders & trestlesWork safely at height on ladders and trestles.
  10. Suppress dust/sporesMinimise the spread of dust and spores.
  11. Remove all wet and mould-damaged porous materialsRemove wet and mould-damaged porous materials safely.
  12. Cleaning, disinfecting & deodorisingClean, disinfect and deodorise with appropriate chemicals and PPE.
  13. Waste disposalDispose of contaminated materials safely.
  14. DecontaminationDecontaminate reusable equipment.
  15. On completionLeave the work area safe for re-entry.
  16. Emergency responsePrepare for emergencies and respond to them.

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