Templates › Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)
Document high-risk construction work activities, hazards, and control measures — required under NZ H&S regulations.
How to use: Complete a separate SWMS for each high-risk task before work starts. All fields are editable — click any text to change it.
Health & Safety at Work Act 2015. Complete a SWMS for each high-risk construction work activity. Workers must read and sign before starting.
| Task Step | Hazard / Risk | Likelihood | Control Measure | Residual Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Describe hazard | High/Med/Low | Control measure to eliminate or minimise | Low |
| Step 2 | ||||
| Step 3 | ||||
| Step 4 | ||||
| Step 5 |
| Name | Role | Signature | Date |
|---|---|---|---|