Material Handling, Loading & Unloading (General)
Loading, unloading and handling of construction materials and plant from trucks, trailers and floats - soil, rock, pavers, sleepers, turf and equipment using plant and manual methods.
Objective
Prevent struck-by, crush, falling-load and manual-handling injuries during loading, unloading and on-site movement of materials and plant.
Built by WHS professionals, written for your state
Every document is built by WHS professionals. Each state version references the Act, regulator, and requirements for the state you select. Victoria gets the OHS Act and WorkSafe Victoria, NSW gets the WHS Act and SafeWork NSW.
When you'd use this SWMS
If material handling, loading & unloading (general) is part of your job, the builder or head contractor will usually want a SWMS for it before you start on site. This one's editable in Word. Add your company and site details, check the hazards and controls against the actual job, and get your crew to sign on before work starts.
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Last review: 8 August 2026
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