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    Understanding Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
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    Understanding Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)

    A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a legal document required for high risk construction work in Australia. This article explains what a SWMS must include, when it's required, and how to write an effective one.

    5 key points
    18 Feb 2026 6 min
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    What Is a Safety Management System?
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    What Is a Safety Management System?

    A Safety Management System (SMS) is an organised, systematic approach to managing safety risks in the workplace. This article explains what an SMS is, its core components, and why every Australian business should have one.

    5 key points
    18 Feb 2026 5 min
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    Safety Management System for Construction
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    Safety Management System for Construction

    Construction is a high-risk industry with about 1 fatality per week in Australia on construction sites. In this article, learn about the components of a safety management system for construction.

    4 key points
    24 Feb 2025 6 min
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    Contractor Management Procedures for the Australian Workplace
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    Contractor Management Procedures for the Australian Workplace

    Oversight and coordination of contractors is vital to ensuring compliance with legal and safety standards. This guide covers contractor selection, monitoring, legal requirements, and actionable tips for Australian workplaces.

    1 Jan 2024 4 min
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    Work Related Deaths Per Year in Australia
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    Work Related Deaths Per Year in Australia

    Statistics, causes, and strategies to mitigate work-related fatalities in Australia. Covers fatality trends from 2003-2022 by industry, occupation, mechanism, age group, and state.

    4 key points
    12 Nov 2023 5 min
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    Working at Heights Regulations Explained
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    Working at Heights Regulations Explained

    A guide to working at heights regulations for PCBUs under the Harmonised WHS Regulations, covering Part 4.4 falls management, high risk construction work requirements, and Queensland-specific regulations.

    4 key points
    10 Nov 2023 6 min
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    WHS Consultation Requirements in Australia
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    WHS Consultation Requirements in Australia

    WHS consultation is a vital part of ensuring workplace safety, involving communicating with workers and other duty holders to manage hazards, coordinate activities, and share decision-making.

    4 key points
    5 Nov 2023 6 min
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    A Comprehensive Guide To Safe Work Method Statements
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    A Comprehensive Guide To Safe Work Method Statements

    A comprehensive guide to Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) in Australia, covering legal requirements, what to include, how to create one, and FAQs.

    11 Mar 2023 7 min
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    WHSMS Implementation Plan: Basics for Beginners
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    WHSMS Implementation Plan: Basics for Beginners

    A WHSMS Implementation Plan outlines the steps and timeline for implementing a WHS Management System, including goals, roles, resources, timeline, and training.

    4 key points
    4 Mar 2023 4 min
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