Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

Construction JSA/SWMS template

Compliance tracking

Digital forms & checklists

How to create a SWMS

Risk Assessment

A risk assessment is a systematic process of identifying hazards, evaluating the likelihood and severity of harm, and determining appropriate control measures to reduce risk to an acceptable level. It follows the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE) and produces a documented record of identified risks and the measures taken to manage them.

WHS compliance software

WHS compliance software is a digital WHS management system that helps organisations meet Work Health and Safety obligations by managing inspections, incident records, risk assessments, corrective actions, contractor compliance, regulatory reporting and audit trails. It replaces paper registers, spreadsheets and email chains with a searchable system of record that shows what was checked, when it was checked, who completed it, what failed and what evidence was attached.

Hazard Identification

Hazard identification is the systematic process of recognising conditions, activities, materials, or situations in the workplace that have the potential to cause harm. It is the first step in the risk management process defined under Australian WHS legislation. Methods include workplace inspections, task observations, incident and near-miss analysis, consultation with workers, review of safety data sheets, and analysis of equipment manuals and manufacturer guidance.

Competency Management

Competency management is the systematic process of defining, assessing, tracking, and developing the skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience that workers need to perform their roles safely and effectively. In asset-intensive industries, competency management covers trade licences, equipment-specific certifications (e.g. forklift, crane, elevated work platform), safety inductions, training completions, and ongoing professional development. The process typically involves defining competency requirements for each role, verifying that workers hold the required qualifications, tracking expiry dates for licences and certifications, scheduling refresher training before credentials lapse, and maintaining auditable records. In Australia, WHS Regulations require PCBUs to ensure that workers are competent to perform high-risk work, and licences for specific high-risk work categories are issued by state and territory regulators. A mature competency management system also includes a skills gap analysis that identifies where current workforce capabilities fall short of operational or regulatory requirements, enabling targeted recruitment, training investment, and succession planning for critical operational roles.

Incident Reporting

Incident reporting is the formal process of recording, notifying, and investigating workplace events including injuries, illnesses, near misses, property damage, and environmental releases. In Australia, certain incidents must be notified to the WHS regulator under the notifiable incident provisions of the WHS Act. Effective incident reporting captures what happened, where, when, who was involved, the immediate causes, and contributing factors.