Commercial Painting — Job Safety Analysis

Covers painting of commercial premises including offices, retail, warehousing and multi-storey buildings. Includes large-area wall and ceiling preparation and coating, use of airless spray equipment, scaffold access systems and coordination with other trades in active construction zones in accordance with AS/NZS 2311.

A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) breaks each work task into steps, identifies hazards at each step, and lists practical control measures. Unlike a full SWMS, a JSA is a streamlined tool ideal for daily pre-start meetings, toolbox talks, and routine risk assessments. Our JSA documents are built from the same hazard data as our SWMS, ensuring consistency across your safety documentation. Each JSA includes risk ratings and references to relevant Australian Standards.

A JSA does not replace a SWMS where one is legally required. This activity falls under high-risk construction work, so a Safe Work Method Statement is required under the WHS Regulations in addition to this JSA. See the Painting SWMS for this task →

5 work steps 11 hazards identified 11 control measures 8 PPE items specified 8 AS/NZS standards cited 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(a) - Risk of fall of 2m or more WHS Reg 2011, Part 3.1 - Managing risks to health and safety WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 - Provision of information, training and instruction WHS Reg 2011, Reg 44 - Duties relating to hazardous chemicals WHS Reg 2011, Reg 297 - General duty of principal contractor

PPE Requirements

Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) High-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Full-face respirator with A1P2 cartridge (AS/NZS 1716) Safety glasses / goggles (AS/NZS 1337.1) Nitrile chemical-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.10) Full body harness with shock-absorbing lanyard (AS/NZS 1891.1) Non-slip enclosed footwear (AS/NZS 2210.3) Anti-static footwear (spray operations) (AS/NZS 2210.3)

Australian Standards Referenced

AS/NZS 2311 - Guide to the painting of buildings AS/NZS 1580 - Paints and related materials - Methods of test AS/NZS 4576 - Guidelines for scaffolding safety AS/NZS 1891.1 - Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices: Harnesses and ancillary equipment AS/NZS 1716 - Respiratory protective devices AS/NZS 1715 - Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment AS 1940 - The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids AS/NZS 4602.1 - High visibility safety garments

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SWMS — $67.95 Toolbox Talk — $20.95 SOP — $33.95

Using This JSA On Site

Work through the JSA at the start of the shift, in front of the crew, before the task begins. Read the steps out, confirm the controls are actually in place that day, write anything site-specific into the blank rows, and have everyone sign on. Keep it alongside your SWMS rather than instead of it.

JSA — Common Questions

What is the difference between a JSA and a SWMS?

A SWMS is a legal requirement for high-risk construction work and must include detailed control measures and worker sign-off. A JSA is a simplified hazard analysis used for daily planning, toolbox meetings, and non-HRCW tasks. Many businesses use both.

When should I use a JSA?

Use a JSA for daily pre-start meetings, when introducing new workers to a task, for non-high-risk activities, or as a quick reference during toolbox talks.

Can a JSA replace a SWMS?

No. If the work is classified as high-risk construction work under WHS Regulations, a SWMS is legally required. A JSA complements a SWMS but cannot replace it for HRCW.