Electrical Rough-In (Residential) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for residential electrical rough-in including running cables through wall and ceiling cavities, mounting back boxes, and preparing circuits for first and second fix in new builds and renovations.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
7 hazards identified
7 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 164 (electrical licensing)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Hard hat (where overhead hazards exist) (AS/NZS 1801)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 3012 — Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites
AS/NZS 1337.1 — Personal eye protection
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
AS/NZS 2210.3 — Safety, protective and occupational footwear
AS/NZS 1892.1 — Portable ladders
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Electrical Rough-In (Commercial) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for commercial electrical rough-in including installation of conduit, cable tray, heavy-duty cabling, and distribution circuits in commercial buildings, offices, and retail fitouts.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Full body harness (for height work) (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Half-face respirator with A1 cartridge (AS/NZS 1716)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 3012 — Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
AS/NZS 1270 — Acoustics – Hearing protectors
AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory protective devices
AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective helmets
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Switchboard Installation and Upgrade — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation, replacement, and upgrade of switchboards in residential and commercial settings, including main switch, circuit breaker, RCD, and surge protection device installation.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 164 (electrical licensing)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Insulated gloves (1000 V rated) (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Arc-rated face shield (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 60900 — Live working – Hand tools for use up to 1000 V AC and 1500 V DC
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
AS/NZS 3012 — Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites
AS/NZS 61439.3 — Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies – Distribution boards
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Electrical Testing and Tagging — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for testing and tagging portable electrical equipment and residual current devices in workplaces, per AS/NZS 3760 requirements.
What's inside this document
4 work steps
4 hazards identified
4 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 164 (electrical licensing)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3760 — In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3012 — Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
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Solar Panel Installation (Roof Mount) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of roof-mounted photovoltaic solar panel systems including racking, panel mounting, DC wiring, and inverter connection on residential and commercial rooftops.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
7 hazards identified
7 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Full body harness with energy absorbing lanyard (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Insulated gloves (1000 V DC rated) (AS/NZS 2225)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (non-slip sole) (AS/NZS 2210.3)
High-visibility vest (AS/NZS 4602.1)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 5033 — Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
AS/NZS 1891.4 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices – Selection, use and maintenance
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
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Solar Panel Installation (Ground Mount) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for ground-mounted photovoltaic solar panel system installation including footing excavation, frame erection, panel mounting, and DC/AC electrical connections.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 306 (excavation)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Insulated gloves (1000 V DC rated) (AS/NZS 2225)
High-visibility vest (AS/NZS 4602.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Rigger gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 5033 — Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 1170.2 — Structural design actions – Wind actions
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
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Battery Storage System Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of lithium-ion and other battery energy storage systems (BESS) in residential and commercial settings, including mounting, DC/AC connections, BMS configuration, and commissioning.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 164 (electrical licensing)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Insulated gloves (1000 V DC rated) (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Nitrile chemical-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.10)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 5139 — Electrical installations – Safety of battery systems for use with power conversion equipment
AS/NZS 5033 — Installation and safety requirements for photovoltaic (PV) arrays
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
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Split System Air Conditioning Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of wall-mounted and multi-head split system air conditioning units including indoor/outdoor unit mounting, refrigerant pipework, drainage, and electrical connection.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
8 hazards identified
8 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
P2 respirator (AS/NZS 1716)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Full body harness (for height work) (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Leather rigger gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3823 — Performance of electrical appliances – Air conditioners and heat pumps
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 1677.2 — Refrigerating systems – Safety requirements for fixed applications
AS/NZS 5149 — Refrigerating systems and heat pumps – Safety and environmental requirements
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
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Ducted Air Conditioning Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of ducted air conditioning systems including indoor fan coil unit, outdoor condenser, ductwork, zone controllers, and refrigerant pipework in residential and commercial buildings.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
7 hazards identified
7 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
P1 disposable respirator (AS/NZS 1716)
Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Full body harness (ceiling work where fall > 2 m) (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3823 — Performance of electrical appliances – Air conditioners and heat pumps
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 1677.2 — Refrigerating systems – Safety requirements for fixed applications
AS/NZS 5149 — Refrigerating systems and heat pumps – Safety and environmental requirements
AS 1668.2 — The use of ventilation and airconditioning in buildings – Mechanical ventilation in buildings
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Ventilation System Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for installing mechanical ventilation systems including exhaust fans, ducted ventilation, heat recovery ventilators, and range hoods in residential and commercial buildings.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
P1 disposable respirator (AS/NZS 1716)
Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Full body harness (height work) (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS 1668.2 — The use of ventilation and airconditioning in buildings – Mechanical ventilation in buildings
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory protective devices
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Electrical Work Near Overhead Power Lines — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for performing any construction or electrical work in the vicinity of overhead power lines, including safe approach distances, spotter requirements, and DNSP coordination per AS/NZS 4836.
What's inside this document
4 work steps
4 hazards identified
4 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 166 (overhead lines)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(h) (SWMS high risk)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
High-visibility vest (AS/NZS 4602.1)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 4836 — Safe working on or near low-voltage electrical installations and equipment
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — Managing electrical risks in the workplace
Electricity Supply Authority safe approach distance tables
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Underground Cable Laying — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the excavation and laying of underground electrical cables including trenching, conduit installation, cable pulling, backfilling, and jointing for residential and commercial power supply.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 306 (excavation)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
High-visibility vest (AS/NZS 4602.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 3012 — Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites
Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — Excavation work
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Emergency and Exit Lighting Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation, testing, and maintenance of emergency and exit lighting systems in commercial buildings per AS 2293 requirements.
What's inside this document
4 work steps
4 hazards identified
4 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Hard hat (construction sites) (AS/NZS 1801)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS 2293.1 — Emergency lighting and exit signs for buildings – System design, installation and operation
AS 2293.2 — Emergency lighting and exit signs for buildings – Inspection and maintenance
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
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Data and Communications Cabling — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of structured data cabling, fibre optic, and communications cabling in commercial and residential buildings, including cable tray, wall plates, patch panels, and rack systems.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
5 hazards identified
5 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Hard hat (construction sites) (AS/NZS 1801)
Cut-resistant gloves (for cable tray work) (AS/NZS 2161.3)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3080 — Telecommunications installations – Generic cabling for commercial premises
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules (separation requirements)
AS/NZS 2211 — Safety of laser products
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
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Generator Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of standby and backup generators including concrete pad preparation, generator placement, fuel connections, exhaust systems, transfer switch installation, and electrical connection.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 164 (electrical licensing)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
High-visibility vest (AS/NZS 4602.1)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3010 — Electrical installations – Generating sets
AS 1940 — The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids
AS/NZS 60900 — Live working – Hand tools for use up to 1000 V AC and 1500 V DC
AS/NZS 1270 — Acoustics – Hearing protectors
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EV Charger Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of electric vehicle charging stations including wall-mounted and pedestal-mounted units, dedicated circuit installation, earthing, and commissioning for residential and commercial applications.
What's inside this document
4 work steps
5 hazards identified
5 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 164 (electrical licensing)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
P2 respirator (AS/NZS 1716)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 3008 — Electrical installations – Selection of cables
AS/NZS 3000 Appendix P — EV charging installations
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory protective devices
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Smoke and Fire Alarm Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the installation of interconnected smoke alarms, heat alarms, and fire detection systems in residential and commercial buildings per AS 3786 and the relevant state legislation.
What's inside this document
4 work steps
4 hazards identified
4 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS 3786 — Smoke alarms using scattered light, transmitted light or ionisation
AS 1670.1 — Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems – System design, installation and commissioning
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
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Lightning Protection System Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for the design and installation of lightning protection systems including air terminals, down conductors, earth termination systems, and surge protection devices per AS/NZS 1768.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
6 hazards identified
6 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 147 (electrical work)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 (SWMS for high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Full body harness with energy absorbing lanyard (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Insulated gloves (AS/NZS 2225)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
Hearing protection (AS/NZS 1270)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 1768 — Lightning protection
AS/NZS 3000 — Wiring Rules
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
AS/NZS 2225 — Insulating gloves for electrical purposes
$21.21
Working at Heights (Electrical/HVAC/Solar) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for all working at heights activities associated with electrical, HVAC, and solar installation work including ladder use, scaffold, EWPs, roof access, and ceiling cavity work.
What's inside this document
5 work steps
7 hazards identified
7 control measures
5×5 risk matrix
Worker sign-off section
Legislation Referenced
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 78 (falls)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 79 (falling objects)
WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(a) (SWMS high risk)
PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards)
Full body harness with energy absorbing lanyard (AS/NZS 1891.1)
Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)
Non-slip safety footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3)
High-visibility vest (AS/NZS 4602.1)
Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1)
Tool lanyards (N/A — select rated for tool weight)
Australian Standards Referenced
AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
AS/NZS 1891.4 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices – Selection, use and maintenance
AS/NZS 4576 — Guidelines for scaffolding safety
AS/NZS 1892.1 — Portable ladders
Safe Work Australia Code of Practice — Managing the risk of falls at workplaces
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