Plasterboard Installation (Ceilings) — Safe Work Method Statement

Covers the installation of plasterboard ceiling linings including ceiling frame preparation, sheet lifting and fixing overhead, jointing and sanding. Addresses significant manual handling risks from overhead lifting of heavy sheets, musculoskeletal strain from sustained overhead work, working from scaffold platforms, and dust exposure.

5 work steps 8 hazards identified 8 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

High-Risk Activity Categories

Hazardous Chemicals

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Part 3.1 - Managing risks to health and safety WHS Reg 2011, Reg 60 - Hazardous manual tasks WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 - Provision of information, training and instruction WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Hazardous chemicals

PPE Requirements

P2 respirator (cutting/sanding) (AS/NZS 1716) Safety goggles (dust-tight) (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270) Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801) Steel-cap safety boots (AS/NZS 2210.3) Riggers gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3)

Australian Standards Referenced

AS/NZS 2589 — Gypsum Linings — Application and Finishing AS/NZS 2588 — Gypsum Plasterboard AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory Protective Devices AS/NZS 1337.1 — Personal Eye Protection AS/NZS 1270 — Acoustics — Hearing Protectors AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational Protective Helmets
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