Balcony and Terrace Waterproofing Systems — Job Safety Analysis

Covers application of waterproofing membrane systems to external balconies, terraces and podium decks including substrate preparation, drainage installation, membrane application, and protection screed placement. Includes work at height on external balcony edges in accordance with AS 4654 and AS 3740.

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 Waterproofing SWMS for this task →

5 work steps 7 hazards identified 7 control measures 5 PPE items specified 2 AS/NZS standards cited 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Part 3.1 - Managing risks to health and safety WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291 - Meaning of high risk construction work WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(a) - Risk of a person falling more than 2 metres WHS Reg 2011, Part 4.5 - Falls WHS Reg 2011, Reg 44 - Duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings that use hazardous chemicals

PPE Requirements

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)

Australian Standards Referenced

AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear

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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.