Demolition SWMS Pack

Installation, loading and removal of acrow props and temporary propping for structural support during demolition, renovation and construction.

Awareness-level controls for workers who may encounter asbestos-containing materials (ACM) - identifying likely ACM, using the asbestos register, and responding to suspected or disturbed material. This SWMS does not authorise removal.

Licensed removal of friable and/or bonded asbestos-containing material (ACM) by a licensed asbestos removalist, including enclosure/containment, controlled removal, decontamination, waste handling and clearance. Class A licence required for friable asbestos; Class A or B for >10 m2 non-friable.

Removal and installation of facade cladding panels using industrial rope access methods.

Removal and installation of facade cladding from suspended powered scaffolds (swing stages).

Selective concrete demolition (hydrodemolition) using ultra-high pressure water jetting equipment.

Entry into and work within confined spaces (pits, tanks, chambers, pipes, vaults) including identification, permits, atmosphere control, entry, the task and rescue.

Disconnection, make-safe and removal of electrical installations during demolition and strip-out works.

Removal of carpet, vinyl, tiles and adhesive beds from floors, including ACM vinyl identification, mechanical scraping and surface preparation.

Operation of a mobile crushing plant to crush demolition concrete and rubble, including feeding, blockage clearing, magnet/conveyor operation and stockpiling.

Work with plant, equipment or materials near overhead electric lines, including planning, exclusion zones, spotters and emergency response to line contact.

Removal of existing roof cladding (sheet or tile) and battens, including fragile and ACM roof identification, work at height, debris handling and weatherproofing.

Internal strip-out/soft demolition of fit-out, linings, ceilings, services and fixtures without disturbing structural elements.