About this SWMS for Manual Handling

This safe work method statement (SWMS) for manual handling provides practical guidance on managing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders from hazardous manual tasks in the workplace.
It applies to all activities where workers lift, lower, push, pull, carry or otherwise move, hold or restrain any animate or inanimate object.

Note: A hazardous manual task means a task that requires a person to lift, lower, push, pull, carry or otherwise move, hold or restrain any person, animal or thing that involves one or more of the following:

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• Repetitive or sustained force.
• High or sudden force.
• Repetitive movement.
• Sustained or awkward posture.
• Exposure to vibration.

Job steps that are covered in the safe work method statement include:

• Planning and preparation.
• Performing the manual handling task.
• Lowering an object.
• Team lifting.
• Use of mechanical aids.
• Post-task review and reporting.

This safe work method statement for manual handling includes:

• A risk assessment and risk assessment matrix.
• Qualifications and training requirements.
• Potential hazards and risks of manual handling (e.g. awkward postures, lift, lower, push pull, hold or restraining).
• Control measures (e.g. lifting aids, mechanical aids) checks and monitoring activities.
• Actions for implementation, monitoring and reviewing of the SWMS.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Inspections and maintenance checks that are required.
• Responsibilities.
• A consultation and sign-off record.
• Legislation references.

Why Choose to Buy this SWMS for Manual Handling?

• Musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most common causes of workplace injuries. Using a safe work method statement for manual handling tasks can play an important part in any health and safety risk management process to eliminate or reduce manual handling injuries.
• This SWMS is designed to outline the correct manual handling techniques and help reduce the risk of injury from hazardous manual handling activities.
• The SWMS provides a structured approach to consult with workers, planning, carrying out and evaluating the safety of manual handling tasks.

After purchasing this SWMS for manual handling you will be able to:

• Very easily edit and customize the template to create your own manual handling safe work method statement.
• Apply your own style, format and brand to the safe work method statement.
• Enable compliance with Australian legislation involving manual handling tasks.

Availability and Use of this SWMS for Manual Handling

• This SWMS is accessible to you right now by clicking the ‘Buy Now’ button.
• The SWMS will be delivered to you by email in fully editable Microsoft Word format for immediate and full use in your business.
• There are no subscriptions, contracts or ongoing costs.

This SWMS for manual handling is 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

You may also require:

• Manual Handling Checklist
  
• Manual Handling Procedure
• Manual Handling Assessment
• Manual Handling Safety Toolbox Talk
  
• Behaviour Based Safety Observation Form