Prescribed HRCW
Roofing, Roof Plumbing & Cladding Safe Work Method Statement
SWMS for corrugated metal roofing, tile roofing, guttering, roof mesh installation, brittle roof penetration hazards, and static lines.
Compliance Overview
Trade Classification:
Building & Trades
SWMS Requirement:
Mandatory Prior to Work
Template Format:
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Overview & Statutory Scope
Roofing is among the highest fatality trade sectors due to falls through fragile skylights/corrugated sheeting, falls from roof edges, heat exhaustion, and powerline contact during metal sheet craning.
Hierarchy of Hazard Control Measures (2026 Standards)
- Fragile Roofs: Safety mesh installation (AS/NZS 4389) before roof sheet laydown; crawler boards.
- Edge Fall Protection: Perimeter roof guardrail system with toe boards.
- Powerline Clearance: 4m tiger-tail insulated exclusion zone for crane and sheet lifting.
Risk Assessment Matrix: Primary Hazards & Mandatory Controls
| Identified Hazard | Mandatory Control Measure |
|---|---|
|
Fall from perimeter or through fragile skylight
|
Erect certified perimeter roof rail before any sheet removal/laying |
|
Thermal heat stress on exposed tin roofs
|
Install AS/NZS compliant safety mesh securely |
|
Electrical arc from overhead service lines
|
Tiger tails and visual spotters for all overhead powerlines |
|
Sharp metal sheet lacerations
|
Scheduled hydration breaks and UV cover |
Mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Register
Soft-grip roof safety footwear
Level 5 cut-resistant gloves
Full body harness with energy absorber
UV safety sunglasses
Legislation, Codes of Practice & Australian / OSHA Standards
- AS/NZS 4389: Roof safety mesh
- Safe Work Australia: Preventing Falls in Housing Construction
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