Tipper and Dog

SWMS · SWMS-10271

16 job steps
Version 13
Earthmoving & Mobile Plant
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This Tipper and Dog SWMS covers hazards and controls with the view of ensuring that all reasonably practicable steps have been taken to prevent the likelihood of an incident during the operation of a tip truck, including side tippers.

It takes your crew through 16 job steps, from checking weather conditions, working alone and coupling and uncoupling trailers to work area set-up, tipper operation, loading and unloading, working near powered mobile plant, hydraulic equipment, refuelling and emergency response.

It suits businesses and contractors in construction and transport that operate tip trucks and dog trailers, including construction managers, transport operators, safety officers and site supervisors.

Tipper and Dog

SWMSVersion 13

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: —

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 (HRCW)

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

Energised ElectricalWork on or near energised electrical installations or services
Traffic CorridorsWork on, in or adjacent to a road, railway, shipping lane or other traffic corridor in use by traffic other than pedestrians
Mobile PlantWork in an area where there is any movement of powered mobile plant

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/licence

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.

Monitor/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

Australian Government

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2011
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Codes of practice

Work Health and Safety (First Aid in the Workplace) Code of Practice 2015
Work Health and Safety (How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks) Code of Practice 2015
Work Health and Safety (Managing the Work Environment and Facilities) Code of Practice 2015
Work Health and Safety (Construction Work) Code of Practice 2015

Australian Capital Territory

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2011
Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011

Codes of practice

Work Health and Safety (First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice) Approval 2020
Work Health and Safety (How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice) Approval 2025
Work Health and Safety (Managing the Work Environment and Facilities) Code of Practice 2025
Work Health and Safety (Construction Work Code of Practice) Approval 2025

Queensland

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2011
Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011

Codes of practice

First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice 2021
How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks Code of Practice 2021
Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Code of Practice 2021

New South Wales

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2011
Work Health and Safety Regulation 2025

Codes of practice

First Aid in the workplace code of practice 2020
How to manage work health and safety risks code of practice 2019
Managing the work environment and facilities code of practice 2019
Construction work code of practice 2019

Northern Territory

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011
Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Regulations 2011

Codes of practice

First aid in the workplace – Code of practice 2022
How to manage work health and safety risks - Code of practice 2026
Managing the work environment and facilities - Code of practice 2026
Construction work - code of practice 2026

South Australia

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2012
Work Health and Safety Regulation 2012

Codes of practice

First Aid in the Workplace: Code of practice 2020
How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks: Code of practice 2020
Managing the Work Environment and Facilities: Code of practice 2020
Construction work Code of Practice 2024

Tasmania

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2012
Work Health and Safety Regulations 2022

Codes of practice

First Aid in the Workplace - Code of practice 2020
How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks - Code of practice 2024
Managing the Work Environment and Facilities - Code of practice 2024
Construction Work - Code of practice 2024

Western Australia

Acts and regulations

Work Health and Safety Act 2020
Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022

Codes of practice

First aid in the workplace - Code of Practice 2022
How to manage work health and safety risks – Code of practice 2022
Managing the work environment and facilities – Code of practice 2022
Construction work – Code of practice 2022

Victoria

Acts and regulations

Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Foot Protection
Hearing Protection
High Visibility
Head Protection
Eye Protection
Hand Protection
Protective Clothing
Sun Protection
Seat Belt

Job steps, hazards and controls

Work activity
Check weather conditions & prepare
- Hazard
  Extreme weather
  Before controls3 High
  Controls
  - Check weather conditions – do not work in extreme conditions
  - Reschedule works to work in more moderate temperatures.
  After controls2 Moderate
  Responsible
  - SupervisorMaintain awareness of weather conditions
  - OperatorFollow controls
- Hazard
  Hyperthermia
  Hypothermia
  Before controls3 High
  Controls
  - Ensure vehicle cabin is air-conditioned
  - Workers trained to recognise the symptoms of hyperthermia and hypothermia
  - Hot conditions. Ensure:
    Suitable protective clothing
    Sun brim on hard hats
    Safety glasses - UV rated
    Use 30+ sunscreen on exposed skin
    Adequate drinking water
    Access to shade on breaks
    Adequate breaks.
  - Cold conditions. Ensure:
    Schedule warm-up breaks
    Hold breaks inside
    Dress warmly in layers
    Stay dry (wet clothing chills the body rapidly)
    Workers must get out of the cold as soon as they can if starting to feel symptoms
    Alcohol, cigarettes, caffeine and certain medications increase susceptibility to cold.
  After controls2 Moderate
  Responsible
  - SupervisorMaintain awareness of weather conditions
  - OperatorFollow controls

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

Work activity
Working alone
Tell someone where you are and when you will return, check in regularly and use a trained buddy for high-risk tasks.
Work activity
Coupling/uncoupling trailers
Couple and uncouple on level ground with no one between truck and trailer, and chock, brake and support the trailer.
Work activity
Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditions
Park safely, report in, complete the site induction and a JSA, and assess overhead electric lines before work.
Work activity
Work area set-up
Comply with roadside permits, set up exclusion zones, barricades, signs and spotters, and light plant for night work.
Work activity
Environment
Work within approved hours, cover loads, clean trucks, separate waste and refuel at least 6 m from drains.
Work activity
Housekeeping
Keep the area clean and clear, clean up spills, light changes in level and wear suitable non-slip footwear.
Work activity
Manual tasks
Rest between shifts, take regular breaks, keep to driving hours and wear heavy-duty gloves when untying tarpaulins.
Work activity
Establish a communication system with ground workers
Set up UHF communication with ground workers before work, keep them clear until the operator agrees and wear hi-vis.
Work activity
Tipper operation
Inspect the truck before use, mount with three points of contact, wear a seatbelt and keep clear of excavation edges.
Work activity
Loading/unloading material
Tip slowly on stable, level ground with pedestrians clear, use a spotter when reversing and never tip on slopes or in high winds.
Work activity
Working outside the cabin near powered mobile plant
Follow the traffic management plan, approach plant only once the operator agrees, and stay out of no go zones.
Work activity
Hydraulic equipment
Fit attachments on a stable, level surface with locking pins secured, and release hydraulic pressure before disconnecting lines.
Work activity
Refuelling
Refuel in a ventilated area clear of ignition sources, do not smoke, keep an in-date extinguisher and avoid contact with fuel.
Work activity
On completion
Shut down hydraulics, apply the hand brake, remove keys, inspect for damage, park on level ground and sign out.
Work activity
Emergency response
Call 000, follow site emergency procedures and give first aid; in a roll-over stay belted in and keep others clear.

Permits

Plant & equipment

Hazardous substances

Supervisory arrangements

SWMS sign-off

This SWMS developed in consultation and cooperation with workers and relevant organisation representatives. I have read the above SWMS, and I understand its contents. I confirm that I have the skills and training, including relevant certification, to conduct the task as described. I agree to comply with safety requirements within this SWMS, including risk control measures, safe work instructions, and PPE described.

Worker’s name	Job role / positione.g. supervisor, worker, trainee	Licences, competencies & qualificationsType / descriptionClassNumber	Date	Signature
-	-	-	-	-
-	-	-	-	-
-	-	-	-	-
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)

Hierarchy of controls

Risk matrix

Step 1: Determine likelihood

Step 2: Determine consequence

Step 3: Determine the risk score

Likelihood ↑	InsignificantNo injury	MinorFirst aid	ModerateMedical treatment, time off work	MajorSerious injury, hospital	CatastrophicDeath or permanent disability
	Consequence →
Almost certainExpected to happen	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute	4 Acute
LikelyWill probably happen	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute	4 Acute
PossibleMight happen now and then	1 Low	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute
UnlikelyCould happen at some time	1 Low	1 Low	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute
RareOnly in exceptional circumstances	1 Low	1 Low	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High

1 LowManage with routine procedures.
2 ModerateGo ahead with care: supervise and check the controls.
3 HighReduce the risk before work starts; a supervisor checks the controls.
4 AcuteStop: work must not start until the risk is reduced.

Step 4: Record risk

15 more job steps, from Working alone to Emergency response

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

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16 job steps

Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather, reschedule in extremes, and manage heat and cold with clothing, water, shade and breaks.
Working aloneTell someone where you are and when you will return, check in regularly and use a trained buddy for high-risk tasks.
Coupling/uncoupling trailersCouple and uncouple on level ground with no one between truck and trailer, and chock, brake and support the trailer.
Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsPark safely, report in, complete the site induction and a JSA, and assess overhead electric lines before work.
Work area set-upComply with roadside permits, set up exclusion zones, barricades, signs and spotters, and light plant for night work.
EnvironmentWork within approved hours, cover loads, clean trucks, separate waste and refuel at least 6 m from drains.
HousekeepingKeep the area clean and clear, clean up spills, light changes in level and wear suitable non-slip footwear.
Manual tasksRest between shifts, take regular breaks, keep to driving hours and wear heavy-duty gloves when untying tarpaulins.
Establish a communication system with ground workersSet up UHF communication with ground workers before work, keep them clear until the operator agrees and wear hi-vis.
Tipper operationInspect the truck before use, mount with three points of contact, wear a seatbelt and keep clear of excavation edges.
Loading/unloading materialTip slowly on stable, level ground with pedestrians clear, use a spotter when reversing and never tip on slopes or in high winds.
Working outside the cabin near powered mobile plantFollow the traffic management plan, approach plant only once the operator agrees, and stay out of no go zones.
Hydraulic equipmentFit attachments on a stable, level surface with locking pins secured, and release hydraulic pressure before disconnecting lines.
RefuellingRefuel in a ventilated area clear of ignition sources, do not smoke, keep an in-date extinguisher and avoid contact with fuel.
On completionShut down hydraulics, apply the hand brake, remove keys, inspect for damage, park on level ground and sign out.
Emergency responseCall 000, follow site emergency procedures and give first aid; in a roll-over stay belted in and keep others clear.

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Tipper and Dog

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Site management plan

High-risk construction work (HRCW)

Planning and preparation

Planning

Hold points

Training/licence

Worker duties and responsibilities

Monitor/review

Site-specific notes

Legislation and codes of practice

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job steps, hazards and controls

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