Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement

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Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement

Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

Whether you need to get on site to start work, looking to create a safe work environment or pitching for that next government tender - the Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement is easy to customise, easy to use and easy to integrate into your current Safety Management System. If you don't have a Safety Management System, we need to talk, seriously, you don't need to be carrying that level of risk exposure in your business - we can help.

Look, we understand that business should be rewarding and not consumed by tedious red tape. The Safe Work Method Statement Template we create is in an easy to understand format, while at the same time being some of the highest quality documents in the industry. Our SWMS documents get you onsite, save you loads of time and are very user-friendly. This way, you can get on with doing what you do best

The Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers the following Job Steps, including potential hazards, control measures and risk ratings:

  1. Planning and preparation
  2. Training and capabilities
  3. Assess onsite conditions
  4. Set up work area
  5. Temporary Traffic Control (TMP)
  6. Delivery of materials and equipment
  7. General precautions
  8. Setting up
  9. Operation
  10. Post-test procedures
  11. On completion

The Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement, includes;


Risk Assessment Matrix | Hierarchy of Controls | PPE | Emergency Response

Your Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement is ready to be used in three easy steps:

  1. Add your company logo and details to the SWMS Template.
  2. Identify site specific risks.
  3. Address any site specific risks and add them to your SWMS Template.

Now that your Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is ready for use, you can also make the SWMS document available as a training resource for activities such as WHS-OHS Toolbox Meeting Talks or Workplace Inductions.

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View a Safe Work Method Statement Example

See an example of a Safe Work Method Statement Template below. All our SWMS Template documents are comprehensive in nature, easy to use, and are a huge time saver. Our Safe Work Method Statement Templates are quick and easy to customise to your specific business or operation and are perfectly suited for every day use, for larger contracts and tenders right through to qualifying for contractor management platforms such as CM3.

What is a Safe Work Method Statement?

A SWMS is a document that outlines the high-risk construction work activities that will be performed at a workplace, the hazards that will be present as a result of these activities, and the controls that will be implemented to mitigate the risks.

A single SWMS can be utilised for numerous high-risk construction work activities, such as employing powered mobile plant, working at heights of more than 2 metres, and working near to a road that is used by traffic other than pedestrians.

A SWMS is an administrative control that is used to support higher-order controls, such as engineering controls, that are designed to remove or reduce hazards to health and safety.

A SWMS differs from other documentation such as a Job Safety Analysis or a Safe Operating Procedure in that it focuses on specific jobs or processes. A SWMS isn't meant to be a procedure; rather, it's a tool for supervisors and workers to check and monitor the workplace control measures. For high-risk work activities, a PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking)  must prepare a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) or check that one has been prepared before starting work. It is important to note that before any work process has started, a SWMS must be prepared.

A PCBU, on the other hand, also must manage health and safety hazards by eliminating or reducing them as much as possible. Before beginning any work on a project, the principal contractor must also obtain a copy of the SWMS.

What information does a Safe Work Method Statement need to contain?

A Safe Work Method Statement should identify high-risk work and any specify hazards related to high-risk construction work as well as any health and safety risks. The SWMS should describe the risk-control measures to be implemented, monitored, and reviewed and also should describe how the risk-control measures will be effective at reducing or eliminating the risk, and how they will be implemented, monitored, and reviewed.

A Safe Work Method Statement should be concise and focus on outlining the specific risks identified for the high-risk work to be performed, as well as the control measures to be implemented to ensure that the work is completed safely.

A long and overly complex Safe Work Method Statement which could be difficult to comprehend, implement and monitor or review may be confusing for workers to mentally digest and therefore is not ideal in helping to reduce or eliminate risks in the workplace. It is imperative that workers, and especially those who do not speak English, are able to understand the Safe Work Method Statement. Consider having pictures or diagrams added to the SWMS as a more effective way of presenting information contained within the SWMS.

The SWMS should also contain other regulatory requirements to protect health and safety of all personnel, such as controlling noise exposure and manual job risks. Also, keep in mind that evidence of a completed risk assessment may be required by the regulator or for auditing reasons if the Safe Work Method Statement is based on a workplace-specific risk assessment.

Who's Responsible for creating the Safe Work Method Statement?

In collaboration with workers who will be directly engaged in the activity, the person responsible for carrying out the work is usually best equipped to prepare the SWMS document. In most cases, this means that a Safe Work Method Statement is created by the builder for his or her employees, or by the subcontractor for their employees.

To establish who is in the best position to prepare the Safe Work Method Statement, the principle contractor, builder, and/or subcontractors should decide who will take responsibility for the SWMS.

It's also a requirement that all managers, contractors, supervisors, and workers be involved in the creation of a Safe Work Method Statement. Workers must be consulted so that they understand the SWMS in depth and what they must do to establish and maintain risks and implement control measures to manage the risk. Sharing information and utilising workers' knowledge and experience may also aid in ensuring that the task is completed in accordance with the SWMS.

If your workplace has a Health and Safety Representative, they should also be contacted while creating a Safe Work Method Statement.

What does the principal contractor's responsibility entail?

Before beginning work, a principal contractor must take all reasonable steps to obtain a SWMS from any contractor performing high-risk work. If no SWMS exists, the principal contractor must arrange for one to be created, for example by the contractor or subcontractor.

A general contractor should establish plans to ensure that high-risk work is carried out safely and in compliance with the Safe Work Method Statement. This can be done by keeping an eye on how the SWMS is being implemented on the ground.

The principal contractors' WHS management plan must also include detailed arrangements for collecting, assessing, monitoring, and reviewing the SWMS, according to the WHS Regulations.

How to Write a Safe Work Method Statement 

If you're looking to write your own Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement, the first step is to create the document as a Safe Work Method Statement Template. This way, you can use the same SWMS Template and then adjust the document for each different dynamometer engine project as needed, making sure that your Dynamometer Engine SWMS Template addresses any site specific risks. 

The fastest and most cost effective solution would be to purchase a Bluesafe Dynamometer Engine SWMS Template. However, if you decide to take the route of writing your own dynamometer engine SWMS.

There are some fundamental requirements and information which you may want to consider adding to your Dynamometer Engine SWMS such as:

  • Details of the person(s) responsible for making sure implementation, monitoring and compliance of the Dynamometer Engine SWMS as well as any reviews and modifications.
  • Any information detailing safety meetings or toolbox talks in relation to dynamometer engine work, scheduled in accordance with legislative requirements to first identify any site hazards where the dynamometer engine work is being conducted, secondly, communicate the risks and hazards and then take steps to eliminate or control each hazard in relation to the dynamometer engine work being done.
  • Any changes added to the Dynamometer Engine SWMS after an incident or a near miss. 

Note: The Dynamometer Engine SWMS must be kept and be available for inspection at least until the dynamometer engine work is completed. Where the Dynamometer Engine SWMS is revised, all versions of the SWMS Template should be kept. If a notifiable incident occurs in relation to the Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement, the Dynamometer Engine SWMS must be kept for a minimum of two years from the date of the incident. 

Your Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement Template should list any high risk construction work, such as: 

  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve a risk of a person falling more than 2 meters?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out on or near pressurised gas mains or piping?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out on a telecommunication tower?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines?
  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve demolition of an element of a structure that is load-bearing?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out on or near energised electrical installations or services?
  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve demolition of an element related to the physical integrity of a structure?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere?
  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve, or is likely to involve, disturbing asbestos?
  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve tilt-up or precast concrete?
  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve structural alteration or repair that requires temporary support to prevent collapse?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out on, in or adjacent to a road, railway, shipping lane or other traffic corridor?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out in or near a confined space?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out in an area of a workplace where there is any movement of powered mobile plant?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out in/near a shaft or trench deeper than 1.5m or tunnel involving use of explosives?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out in areas with artificial extremes of temperature?
  • Is the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS carried out in or near water or other liquid that involves a risk of drowning?
  • Does the dynamometer engine work outlined in the Dynamometer Engine SWMS involve diving work?

Your Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement should also identify any high-risk machinery or equipment in operation near the worksite, such as:

Your Dynamometer Engine SWMS should also list any Personal Protective Equipment such as:

  • Foot Protection - Boots or closed in shoes
  • Hand Protection - Gloves
  • Head Protection - Hard hat or helmet
  • Hearing Protection - Ear plugs or ear muffs
  • Eye Protection - Safety glasses, goggles or face shields
  • Respiratory Protection - Face masks etc
  • Face Protection - Face shield, welding mask etc
  • High Visual Clothing
  • Protective Clothing - Overalls etc
  • Fall Protection - Safety harness, edge protection etc
  • Sun Protection - Sunscreen, hat etc
  • Hair and Jewellery Secured - Hair Net, etc

The Dynamometer Engine SWMS must be reviewed continually to ensure it remains effective and relevant. The Dynamometer Engine SWMS must be reviewed (and revised if necessary) if relevant control measures in relation to dynamometer engine work are revised. The review process should be carried out in consultation with workers (including contractors and subcontractors) who maybe affected by the Dynamometer Engine and their health and safety representatives who represented that work group at the workplace.

When the Dynamometer Engine SWMS has been revised, the person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure:  

  1. All persons involved in the dynamometer engine work are advised that a revision has been made and how they can access the revised Dynamometer Engine SWMS;
  2. Persons who will need to change a work procedure or system as a result of the review are advised of the changes in a way that will enable them to implement their duties consistently with the revised Dynamometer Engine SWMS; and,
  3. Workers that will be involved in the dynamometer engine work are provided with the relevant information and instruction that will assist them to understand and implement the revised Dynamometer Engine SWMS.

When preparing your Dynamometer Engine SWMS, here are some topics you might want to also include to ensure you have covered as many risks and hazards as possible.  

Planning and Preparation When Working With and Around Dynamometer Engine.

When writing your Dynamometer Engine SWMS, establish any policies, procedures and systems for working with Dynamometer Engine in consultation with the Principal Contractor and workers while being sure to establish:

  • Health and Safety guidelines for dynamometer engine work
  • Emergency plans and evacuation procedures for the Dynamometer Engine SWMS
  • Worker inductions for Dynamometer Engine
  • Toolbox talks (safety meetings) added to the Dynamometer Engine SWMS
  • Outline details of supervision of the site and workers on the Dynamometer Engine SWMS
  • Check all workers qualifications, permits and competencies for Dynamometer Engine operations
  • Ensure the Dynamometer Engine and any related equipment is functioning correctly
  • Hazard reporting procedures in place and added to the Dynamometer Engine SWMS
  • Incident reporting procedures in place and added to the Dynamometer Engine SWMS
  • Exclusion zones when conducting dynamometer engine work
  • Risk Assessment for TASK completed and noted on the Dynamometer Engine SWMS
  • Electrical NO GO ZONES identified, discussed and documented. 

Assessment of Site Conditions

Thoroughly assess the work site/area conditions when working with dynamometer engine and ensure that: 

  1. A risk assessment of the dynamometer engine work is conducted
  2. Suitable access and adequate space to conduct dynamometer engine work safely
  3. Consult with all stakeholders on potential hazards and risks when conducting dynamometer engine work
  4. Consultation with all relevant workers and personnel for Dynamometer Engine SWMS details
  5. If conducting Dynamometer Engine at night, ensure there is adequate lighting
  6. Check that the work environment is suitable for dynamometer engine work 

Dynamometer Engine Training and Worker Qualifications

Ensure all workers have the appropriate licenses in conducting Dynamometer Engine as well as any qualifications that may be required for various dynamometer engine projects before starting work. If White Cards are required, retain copies of all cards, licenses and qualifications of personnel.

All personnel must:

  1. Be trained and/or have received instructions on the Dynamometer Engine SWMS including all safety and emergency procedures.
  2. Be qualified, knowledgeable and competent in Dynamometer Engine operations and dynamometer engine work as well as all delegated tasks/responsibilities
  3. Be fully aware and understand the scope of work in relation to the Dynamometer Engine SWMS 

Below are some examples of some Control Measures to be implemented when creating your own Dynamometer Engine Safe Work Method Statement Template:

  • Carry out the dynamometer testing of engines and motors in an area away from and preferably isolated from other work areas restrict area to authorised persons alone.
  • Provide exhaust system capable of removing all exhaust gases to outside of building and situated so that it does not affect other work areas or buildings make sure that exhaust connections are firmly and securely fitted.
  • Construct the test area such that it is able to safely carryall loading that will be imposed on it during the testing process.
  • Shroud the entire drive train with a guard capable of containing any fasteners that may fly off during a test, and the drive shaft - should it fail and begin whipping before the engine can be stopped.
  • Non-slip floor finish should be provided where oils, water, etc., may spill.
  • Pipes and cables, etc., should be dropped from the roof where possible.
  • Floor should be constructed to allow spills to drain from floor.
  • Use sound-proofing materials in construction of enclosures.
  • Provide mechanical means of moving and locating engines and motors design the rooms to allow heavy parts to be moved into position mechanically.
  • Engine mounts and frames must allow engine or motor to beheld securely.
  • Alignment of engine and dynamometer must be within prescribed limits.
  • Make sure that all fuel, oil and water pipes and hose are securely attached trained and authorised persons only should set up system.
  • Check proper connection of all wiring and leads, etc.
  • Before connecting, inspect couplings, shafts and joints for wear and damage never use faulty parts.
  • Before use, check all bolts and nuts, etc., for wear and damage replace worn or damaged bolts.
  • Tighten all bolts and nuts in prescribed order to recommended torque never over-tighten bolts.
  • Before use, inspect guards and shrouds for damage, and fit correctly make sure that shroud and guards are correctly and securely fitted.
  • Check operation of all components before commencing actual test.
  • Make sure that all guards are in place and that all persons are away from machine before starting engine to be tested conduct tests from outside the room where possible.
  • Make sure water flow is opened slightly to allow water flow to lubricate packing glands on hydro kinetic absorption dynamometer before starting engine make sure feed lines are open, and proper fluid levels available in tanks.
  • Before testing, start engine and allow warm up to operating temperature follow manufacturer’s safety instructions for turbocharged engines.
  • During engine shutdown, keep some water flowing through dynamometer to avoid vibration and driveline chatter caused by resonance.
  • Remove leads and cables, etc., from engine to minimise trip hazards and place leads, etc., in safe location make sure that all feed lines are fully closed off before removal.
  • Prevent spillage of fluids on floor by using containers where possible clean up oil and fuel spills from floor and prevent from entering drains.

National: View the Model Codes of Practice for Excavation Work on Safe Work Australia's website here.
Victoria: Victoria's Code of Practice for Excavation Work may be viewed on Work Safe Victoria's website here.