Question 1

What is a SWMS?

Accepted Answer

A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a legal document required for high-risk construction work in Australia. It outlines work tasks, hazards, risks, and control measures to ensure safety on site.

Question 2

Is a SWMS legally required?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Under Australian WHS Regulations, a SWMS is mandatory for all 18 categories of high-risk construction work before any work begins.

Question 3

How does QuickSWMS work?

Accepted Answer

Enter your job type, site address, company name, and tasks. Our AI generates a fully compliant SWMS with hazard identification, risk ratings, control measures, PPE requirements, emergency procedures, and Australian Standards references in about 30 seconds.

Question 4

Is the generated SWMS compliant?

Accepted Answer

Our SWMS documents reference relevant Australian Standards (AS/NZS 1891, AS/NZS 1576, etc.), Codes of Practice, and follow the hierarchy of controls. However, as with any SWMS, it should be reviewed by a competent person before use on site.

Question 5

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Your first SWMS is completely free. After that, single documents are $9.99 AUD each, or you can get up to 15 SWMS per week for $29.99/month.

Question 6

Do I need a credit card to try it?

Accepted Answer

No. Sign up with just an email address and generate your first SWMS for free. No card required.

Question 7

Can I download the SWMS as a PDF?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every generated SWMS can be downloaded as a print-ready PDF with sign-off fields for workers and supervisors.

Question 8

How is this different from other SWMS generators?

Accepted Answer

QuickSWMS is faster (30 seconds vs manual templates), cheaper ($9.99 vs $29+ per doc elsewhere), and uses AI to create site-specific documents rather than generic templates you fill in yourself.

Question 9

What trades are supported?

Accepted Answer

We support 20+ trade types including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, concreting, demolition, excavation, painting, tiling, bricklaying, scaffolding, HVAC, welding, and more.

Question 10

Can I use this on my phone?

Accepted Answer

Yes. QuickSWMS works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers. Generate and download SWMS documents from anywhere on site.

Question 11

Is my data secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We use Clerk for authentication, Stripe for payments (your card details never touch our servers), Cloudflare for DDoS protection and WAF, and all data is transmitted over HTTPS with HSTS enabled.

Question 12

Who reviews the SWMS before I use it on site?

Accepted Answer

The PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) is responsible for ensuring all SWMS documents are accurate and complete before use. Our AI generates a strong starting point, but you should review it for your specific site conditions.

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