Work method statement
A work method statement, sometimes referred to as a safe work method statement or SWMS or a safe work procedure, is a part of a workplace safety plan.[1] It is primarily used in construction to describe a document that gives specific instructions on how to safely perform a work related task, or operate a piece of plant or equipment. In many countries it is law to have work method statements, or similar, in place to advise employees and contractors on how to perform work related tasks safely.[1]
(The method statement will tell what to do and not what to do in a safe manner on site -joe)
Procedure for use
A work method statement is prepared for each task on a particular worksite, the group of work method statements are then packaged and is typically submitted at the beginning of a project for approval by the client or their representative.
Contents
The work method statement encompasses the following:
- purpose
- scope
- references
External links
- ^ a b "Writing work method statements in plain English: Guidelines". WorkCover Authority NSW Government. Feb 1998. Retrieved April 3, 2011.