Scaffolding & Access Induction
Scaffold erection and dismantling, working platforms, and edge protection
Scaffolding & Access Induction
One document — covers scaffolding & access for this product type.
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Scaffolding work is inherently high-risk construction work under WHS Regulations s.291 due to the constant risk of falls from height. Licensed scaffolders require SWMS for every scaffolding operation.
Our scaffolding SWMS pack covers 8 activities including scaffold erection and dismantling, working platform installation, edge protection systems, scaffold inspection, and mobile scaffold operations. Documents address critical hazards such as scaffold collapse, falls during erection, falling tools and materials, and electrocution from overhead power lines.
Key Hazards Covered
- Falls during scaffold erection and dismantling
- Scaffold collapse from improper assembly
- Falling tools and materials onto workers below
- Electrocution from contact with overhead power lines
- Manual handling of heavy scaffold components
- Inadequate edge protection
Relevant Australian Standards
- AS/NZS 1576 Scaffolding (Parts 1-4)
- AS/NZS 4576 Guidelines for scaffolding safety
- AS/NZS 4994.1 Temporary edge protection
- AS/NZS 1891.1 Fall-arrest systems
Individual Documents — $20.95 each
Scaffolding & Access 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