SWMS are required when tiling work involves high-risk activities, particularly tile cutting that generates crystalline silica dust (a serious respiratory hazard) or working at heights. Most commercial tiling projects require SWMS.

Is silica dust from tile cutting addressed?

Yes. Every tile cutting SWMS includes crystalline silica dust controls: wet cutting methods, local exhaust ventilation, P2 respiratory protection, atmospheric monitoring triggers, and housekeeping to prevent secondary dust exposure.

Do these cover wet area tiling?

Yes. Our tiling pack includes a dedicated wet area SWMS covering waterproofing membrane application, surface preparation, wet area tiling techniques, and compliance with AS/NZS 3740 for domestic wet areas.

Tiling SOP

Floor tiling, wall tiling, wet area tiling, and large-format tiles

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Tiling work involves significant silica dust exposure from cutting tiles, chemical exposure from adhesives and grouts, and ergonomic hazards from prolonged kneeling and manual handling of heavy tiles.

Our tiling SWMS pack covers 8 activities including floor tiling, wall tiling, wet area waterproofing and tiling, large-format tile installation, tile cutting operations, and grouting. Documents address hazards such as crystalline silica dust from tile cutting, manual handling of heavy large-format tiles, chemical exposure from epoxy grouts, and slip hazards on wet surfaces.

Key Hazards Covered

Crystalline silica dust from tile cutting
Manual handling of heavy large-format tiles
Chemical exposure from epoxy grouts and adhesives
Prolonged kneeling and ergonomic strain
Slip hazards on wet tiling surfaces
Electrical hazards from wet cutting equipment

Relevant Australian Standards

AS/NZS 3740 Waterproofing of domestic wet areas
AS/NZS 1715 Respiratory protective devices
AS/NZS 2161 Occupational protective gloves
AS/NZS 4586 Slip resistance classification

Individual Documents — $33.96 each

	Document	Price
	Internal Floor Tile Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for installation of ceramic, porcelain, and stone floor tiles internally including surface preparation, adhesive application, tile laying, grouting, and finishing. What's inside this document 5 work steps 9 hazards identified 9 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011 r.351 (hazardous chemicals — duties of PCBU) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	Wall Tile Installation (Kitchen, Bathroom) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for installation of ceramic and porcelain wall tiles in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundries including substrate preparation, adhesive application, tile fixing, and grouting. What's inside this document 4 work steps 5 hazards identified 5 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	Wet Area Tiling Over Waterproof Membrane — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for tiling over waterproof membranes in wet areas (showers, bathrooms, laundries) in accordance with AS 3740, ensuring membrane integrity is maintained during tile installation. What's inside this document 4 work steps 5 hazards identified 5 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.351 (hazardous chemicals — duties of PCBU) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	Large Format Tile Installation (600mm+) — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for installation of large format floor and wall tiles (600mm x 600mm and above) including handling, adhesive application with full-bed technique, levelling, and grouting. What's inside this document 5 work steps 7 hazards identified 7 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011 r.60 (manual tasks — duty to manage risk) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	External Paving and Balcony Tiling — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for installation of external tiles and pavers on balconies, terraces, pool surrounds, and pathways including substrate preparation, drainage falls, and use of flexible adhesives suitable for external application. What's inside this document 4 work steps 4 hazards identified 4 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.78 (falls — general duty) WHS Reg 2011 r.79 (falls — minimising risk) WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	Mosaic and Feature Tile Installation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for installation of mosaic tiles and decorative feature tiles including mesh-backed sheet laying, individual tile placement, and detailed grouting and finishing. What's inside this document 4 work steps 4 hazards identified 4 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	Existing Tile Removal and Substrate Preparation — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for removal of existing floor and wall tiles including mechanical and manual removal methods, substrate repair, and preparation for retiling. What's inside this document 4 work steps 5 hazards identified 5 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011 r.420 (asbestos — identification) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96
	Tile Cutting with Wet Saw and Angle Grinder — Safe Work Method Statement Safe work procedures for cutting ceramic, porcelain, and stone tiles using electric wet saws, bridge saws, angle grinders, and manual tile cutters in workshop and on-site environments. What's inside this document 4 work steps 7 hazards identified 7 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section Legislation Referenced WHS Reg 2011 r.214 (management of risks to health and safety) WHS Reg 2011 r.213 (duty to identify hazards) WHS Reg 2011 r.39 (provision and use of plant) PPE Requirements (with AS/NZS standards) Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Knee pads (General duty) Hearing protection (when cutting) (AS/NZS 1270) Australian Standards Referenced AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear	$33.96

Tiling SOP — Common Questions

What is the difference between a SOP and a SWMS?

A SOP provides step-by-step instructions for completing a task safely. A SWMS is a legal document specifically for high-risk construction work that focuses on hazard identification and risk control. SOPs are broader and apply to all tasks, not just HRCW.

Why do I need SOPs if I have SWMS?

SWMS only cover high-risk construction work. SOPs cover all tasks, including routine operations, equipment use, and procedures that don't qualify as HRCW but still need standardised safe practices.

Are your SOPs trade-specific?

Yes. Each SOP is written for specific trade activities, with relevant safety controls, PPE requirements, and references to applicable Australian Standards.

Last updated: March 2026

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