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Construction JSA & SWMS

High-risk construction work — complete before work begins.

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Site & Task Details

Work Steps & Hazard Analysis

List each step of the task. Identify hazards, rate the risk (L = Likelihood × C = Consequence), document controls, then re-rate the residual risk.

# Work Step Hazards Risk
(L×C)
Control Measures Residual
Risk
Responsible
1 Site setup & access Unauthorised entry, traffic 3×3=H Fencing, signage, traffic management plan 2×3=M Site supervisor
2 Excavation / trenching Cave-in, underground services 4×4=E Locate services (Dial Before You Dig), shore/bench, exclusion zone 2×4=H Excavation supervisor
3 Working at heights Falls from height 4×5=E Edge protection, scaffolding, harness/lanyard, exclusion zones below 2×5=H Heights supervisor
4 Mobile plant operation Struck by, crush injuries 3×5=E Exclusion zones, spotters, communication, plant inspection 2×4=H Plant operator
5 Material handling Manual handling injuries, falling objects 3×3=H Mechanical aids, team lifts, hard hats, drop zones 2×3=M Leading hand
6 Hot work (welding/cutting) Fire, burns, fumes 3×4=H Hot work permit, fire watch, ventilation, PPE 2×3=M Supervisor
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Site / Project
Date
Assessor

PPE Requirements

PPE Item Required (Y/N)
Hard hat
Safety glasses
Hi-vis vest
Steel cap boots
Hearing protection
Gloves
Harness / lanyard
Respiratory protection

Additional Hazards  Record any site-specific hazards not covered above

Hazard Risk (L×C) Control Measures Responsible

Worker Sign-on Register  All workers must read and understand this JSA/SWMS before commencing work

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Declaration

I confirm that this JSA/SWMS has been prepared for the task described, all identified hazards have been assessed, and control measures are in place. All workers listed above have been briefed on the content of this document and understand the hazards and controls.

Assessor Sign-off
Signature
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Date
Supervisor Review & Approval
Signature
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Date