Flooring Emergency
Timber, carpet, vinyl, concrete grinding, and epoxy coatings
Flooring Complete Pack
3 documents — everything you need for flooring compliance.
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Flooring work involves hazards from chemical exposure (adhesives, epoxy resins, solvents), silica dust from concrete grinding, and ergonomic risks from prolonged kneeling and manual handling.
Our flooring SWMS pack covers 10 activities including timber floor installation, carpet laying, vinyl and sheet flooring, concrete grinding and polishing, epoxy coating application, floor preparation, and subfloor work. Documents address hazards such as chemical fume exposure, silica dust inhalation, manual handling of heavy materials, slip and trip hazards, and noise and vibration from grinding equipment.
Key Hazards Covered
- Chemical exposure from adhesives, solvents and epoxy resins
- Silica dust from concrete grinding and cutting
- Manual handling of heavy flooring materials
- Prolonged kneeling and ergonomic strain
- Noise and vibration from grinding equipment
- Slip and trip hazards on work surfaces
Relevant Australian Standards
- AS/NZS 1715 Respiratory protective devices
- AS 1940 Storage and handling of flammable liquids
- AS/NZS 2161 Occupational protective gloves
- AS/NZS 1269 Occupational noise management
Individual Documents — $41.95 each
Flooring Emergency — Common Questions
Are emergency procedures a legal requirement?
Yes. Under WHS Regulation 43, PCBUs must prepare, maintain, and implement an emergency plan for the workplace. Workers must be trained in emergency procedures.
What emergencies do your procedures cover?
Our procedures cover trade-specific emergencies including injuries, chemical exposure, fire, electrical incidents, structural collapse, severe weather, and medical emergencies.
Do emergency procedures include notification requirements?
Yes. Each procedure includes who to notify (emergency services, regulators, site managers), when to notify them, and what information to provide.
Last updated: March 2026