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Security System Installation

SWMS · SWMS-10237

  • 17 job steps
  • Version 7
  • Electrical - HVAC - Solar
  • Reads on any phone

This Security System Installation Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers the hazards and controls of installing security and CCTV systems, for both exterior and interior works. It includes installation works on construction sites and in existing premises.

It covers 17 job steps, from training on the health effects of respirable crystalline silica dust, planning, arrival on site and work area set-up, through locating and isolating existing services, working at height and in the roof space, to running cables, mounting equipment, testing and commissioning, completion and emergency response.

It includes controls for high-risk construction work around mobile plant, asbestos, gas mains and energised electrical services, and a risk matrix for rating each hazard.

It suits security system installers, electricians, construction workers and site supervisors.

Preview of the Security System Installation SWMS

Security System Installation

SWMSVersion 7
Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact and phone
—
Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work)
—
Responsible person's phone
—
Responsible person's signature
—
Date signed
—
Principal Contractor (PC)
[Principal contractor]
PC Address
—
PC phone
[PC phone]
Date SWMS provided to PC
—
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

This work activity involves the following “High-Risk Construction Work” (HRCW - identified in the Job Task column)

  • Mobile PlantMobile plant movement
  • AsbestosAsbestos disturbance
  • Gas MainsWork on or near pressurised gas distribution mains or piping
  • Hazardous LinesWork on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
  • Energised ElectricalWork on or near energised electrical installations or services
  • Work in a ceiling space (W.A. Only)
  • Hazardous AtmosphereWork in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere

Planning and preparation

Planning/Preparation

  • 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

  • Foot Protection
  • High Visibility
  • Head Protection
  • Eye Protection
  • Hand Protection

Do not wear rings, watches or jewellery that may become entangled. Long and loose hair must be tied back.

Job steps, hazards and controls

  • Work activity

    Provide training on the health effects associated with RCS

    • Hazard

      Exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) – dust inhalation

      Before controls3 High
      Controls

      • Training and information provided to workers on RCS should include:

        • Identification of RCS dust through Safety Datasheet (SDS) or labels

        • Dust exposure prevention strategies

        • Checking controls are working and using them

        • When and how to use any respiratory protective equipment provided and what to do if something goes wrong (Including worker respirator fit and check processes).

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisor

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

16 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

17 job steps

  1. Provide training on the health effects associated with RCSTrain workers to identify RCS dust and prevent exposure
  2. PlanningCheck the electrical load, equipment locations and site requirements
  3. Arrival on-site, site assessment & unloading of materials/ equipmentPark safely, assess the site and set up a safe storage area
  4. Work area set-upSet up barricades and signage to keep unauthorised people out
  5. Locate & isolate existing servicesIdentify and mark existing services and isolate them where required
  6. EnvironmentControl noise, dust, waste, spills and vehicle movement on site
  7. House keepingKeep the work area clean, well lit and clear of trip hazards
  8. Manual tasksPlace and lift materials and equipment to avoid strain injuries
  9. Working with powered & non-powered toolsInspect and use powered and hand tools as the manufacturer specifies
  10. Working at height on ladders, trestles & mobile scaffoldSet up and use ladders, trestles and mobile scaffold safely at height
  11. Working in roof spaceControl electrical, heat, fall, fire and dust risks in the roof space
  12. New equipment - electrical testingCheck new electrical equipment and tag it before first use
  13. Running cables/setting up equipmentInstall cables and equipment and control drilling, cutting and chemical hazards
  14. Lifting, mounting & installing components into positionCheck, support and mount equipment into position
  15. Test & commissionCheck for damage, then remove isolation and test function
  16. On completionClean up, remove or add barricades and sign out
  17. Emergency responseCall for help, make the area safe, give first aid and report the incident

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