Asbestos Roof Work — Job Safety Analysis

Covers removal, repair, encapsulation, and over-cladding of asbestos-containing roofing materials including fibrous cement sheeting (super six, flat fibro) on residential and commercial buildings. Requires Class A or Class B asbestos removal licence depending on scope.

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 Roofing SWMS for this task →

6 work steps 9 hazards identified 9 control measures 7 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, Chapter 8 (Asbestos) — licensed asbestos removal work WHS Reg 2011, Chapter 8 (Asbestos) — asbestos removal control plan WHS Reg 2011, Chapter 8 (Asbestos) — notify the regulator before licensed asbestos removal starts WHS Reg 2011, Chapter 8 (Asbestos) — clearance inspection and clearance certificate after removal

PPE Requirements

P2 half-face respirator (non-friable) / P3 full-face respirator (friable) (AS/NZS 1716) Disposable coveralls type 5/6 (Category III Type 5/6) Full body harness + lanyard (AS/NZS 1891.1) Safety footwear (non-lace or taped laces) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Disposable gloves (AS/NZS 2161.1) Safety glasses (sealed / goggles for friable) (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hard hat (AS/NZS 1801)

Australian Standards Referenced

AS 2601 — The demolition of structures (includes asbestos removal procedures) AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory protective devices AS/NZS 3544 — Industrial clothing AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices SafeWork Australia Code of Practice: How to Safely Remove Asbestos SafeWork Australia Code of Practice: How to Manage and Control Asbestos in the Workplace WHS Reg 2011 Part 8.5 — Asbestos at the workplace WHS Reg 2011 Part 8.7 — Licensed asbestos removal work

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Also Available As

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.