Painting at Heights (EWP) — Safe Work Method Statement

Covers painting activities conducted from elevating work platforms (EWPs) including boom lifts, scissor lifts and truck-mounted platforms. Applies to work at heights of 2 metres or more requiring operator licensing, ground conditions assessment and rescue planning in accordance with AS 2550 and WHS Reg 291.

A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a legal requirement under WHS Regulations for any high-risk construction work in Australia. It identifies hazards, assesses risks using a 5×5 matrix, and sets out control measures following the hierarchy of controls. Our SWMS documents reference specific WHS Regulation clauses and AS/NZS standards for every piece of PPE, giving you audit-ready documentation that satisfies regulator requirements in every state and territory.

5 work steps 11 hazards identified 11 control measures 7 PPE items specified 6 AS/NZS standards cited 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

High-Risk Activity Categories

Working At Heights Powered Mobile Plant

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(a) - Risk of fall of 2m or more WHS Reg 2011, Reg 82 - Licence to perform high risk work (EWP over 11m) 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 214 - Plant to be used for purpose for which designed

PPE Requirements

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

Australian Standards Referenced

AS 2550 - Cranes, hoists and winches - Safe use (series) AS/NZS 1891.1 - Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices: Harnesses and ancillary equipment AS/NZS 2311 - Guide to the painting of buildings AS/NZS 1716 - Respiratory protective devices AS/NZS 4602.1 - High visibility safety garments AS/NZS 1801 - Occupational protective helmets

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Using This SWMS On Site

Keep the SWMS where the work is being carried out and have it available if the principal contractor asks for it. Workers named on it sign the acknowledgement page before starting, and it gets reviewed whenever the method, the site conditions or the crew change.

SWMS — Common Questions

When is a SWMS legally required?

Under WHS Regulation 299, a SWMS must be prepared before any high-risk construction work (HRCW) begins. This includes work at heights, demolition, work near energised electrical, excavation over 1.5m, and 18 other defined activities.

What should a SWMS include?

A compliant SWMS must identify the high-risk work, list hazards and risks, describe control measures using the hierarchy of controls, and be signed by the workers involved. Our documents include all required elements plus specific legislation references.

Who needs to sign a SWMS?

The PCBU (or employer in Victoria) who commissions the work, and every worker carrying out the high-risk construction work, must sign the SWMS before work begins.