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.

5 work steps 6 hazards identified 6 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

High-Risk Activity Categories

Excavation Electrical Work

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

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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