Carpentry SWMS examples
Framing, trusses, decks, doors, kitchens, stairs, floors and fit-out. Pick the job below to see a complete SWMS with every step, hazard and control, download it as a Word template, or make your own in a couple of minutes.
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SWMSWall Framing6 steps · 13 hazards coveredSWMSRoof Truss Installation6 steps · 13 hazards coveredSWMSDeck Construction6 steps · 14 hazards coveredSWMSDoor Installation5 steps · 10 hazards coveredSWMSKitchen Installation6 steps · 12 hazards coveredSWMSSkirting and Trim Installation5 steps · 10 hazards coveredSWMSStair Installation5 steps · 7 hazards coveredSWMSTimber Floor Installation6 steps · 14 hazards covered
Common carpentry hazards
Poor housekeeping and wasteRubbish, offcuts and materials left lying around cause trips, cuts and fires, and block exits.
Saw cuts and kickbackCircular saws, drop saws and table saws cut fingers and hands or throw material back at the user.
Wood and MDF dustSawing and sanding timber, MDF and treated wood makes fine dust that causes asthma, skin problems and some cancers.
Loud noiseSaws, grinders, jackhammers and machines cause permanent hearing loss and ringing in the ears over time.
Nail gun injuriesA nail gun fires by accident, or a nail goes through the timber or ricochets and hits the user or someone nearby.
Lifting and carrying heavy loadsLifting, carrying, pushing or twisting with heavy or awkward loads strains the back, shoulders or knees.
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