Landscaping Induction
Earthworks, retaining walls, irrigation, paving, and tree work
Landscaping Induction
One document — covers landscaping for this product type.
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Landscaping work involves high-risk activities including excavation, working near underground services, operating powered mobile plant (excavators, skid steers), and tree work at height — all requiring SWMS under WHS Regulations s.291.
Our landscaping SWMS pack covers 10 activities including earthworks and excavation, retaining wall construction, irrigation system installation, paving and concreting, tree removal and pruning, garden bed construction, turf laying, and plant/equipment operations. Documents address hazards such as trench collapse, underground service strikes, chainsaw injuries, plant-pedestrian interactions, and manual handling of heavy materials.
Key Hazards Covered
- Trench collapse during excavation
- Underground service strikes
- Chainsaw injuries during tree work
- Plant-pedestrian interactions (excavators, skid steers)
- Manual handling of heavy stone, pavers and soil
- Venomous snakes and insects in vegetation
Relevant Australian Standards
- AS 4373 Pruning of amenity trees
- AS 4678 Earth-retaining structures
- AS 2550 Cranes, hoists and winches
- AS/NZS 1891.1 Fall-arrest systems
Individual Documents — $20.95 each
Landscaping Induction — Common Questions
Is a site induction a legal requirement?
Yes. Under WHS legislation, PCBUs must provide workers with adequate information, training, instruction, and supervision. A documented site induction is the standard way to meet this obligation.
What does a site induction checklist cover?
Our checklists cover site-specific hazards, emergency procedures, PPE requirements, first aid locations, reporting procedures, and trade-specific safety controls.
Do induction checklists include a sign-off register?
Yes. Every induction checklist includes a worker acknowledgment register where workers sign to confirm they have received and understood the induction.
Last updated: March 2026