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SWMS for Sideshift Forklift Operations

by SIDESHIFT OFFICE, from the Community

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This Safe Work Method Statement covers sideshift forklift operations. It outlines work activity steps, hazard identification, risk levels, and control measures, with roles and responsibilities for implementation. The template supports site inductions and toolbox talks, emphasizes current qualifications, fitness for duty, and zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol, and includes maintenance checks and worker sign off. Use it to standardize safe procedures and document compliance for forklift work on site.

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This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) template covers Sideshift general operations. It helps teams document the work method, identify hazards, assess risk levels, and define control measures with responsible persons. Use it to induct workers on arrival or during toolbox talks, confirm qualifications and fitness for duty, and capture sign-offs. The template includes sections for SWMS details, work activity breakdown, maintenance checks, review dates, and worker signatures. Ideal for construction and material handling environments seeking consistent, compliant safety procedures.

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by SIDESHIFT OFFICE, from the Community

10+

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This USI Pre-Work Assessment checklist supports daily pre-start activities on construction and rail sites. It guides supervisors and teams through toolbox talks, COVID-19 declarations, verification of SWMS, WPPs and permits, and checks for IDs, inductions, and current certifications. It includes detailed harness inspection steps, PPE and ladder safety checks, first aid readiness, and requirements for tested and tagged tools. Fatigue and fitness-for-work questions reinforce zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol and ensure adequate rest between shifts. Use it to document issues, assign responsible persons, and keep teams compliant and safe before work begins.

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SWMS for Sideshift Forklift Operations

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