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AI-powered Safe Work Method Statement for demolition work. Structural demolition, strip-outs, asbestos, high-risk work. $9.99 per SWMS.

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QuickSWMS generates compliant Safe Work Method Statements for demolition contractors. Demolition is one of the highest-risk construction activities, involving multiple HRCW categories simultaneously — structural demolition, asbestos disturbance, mobile plant, working at heights, and structural collapse risks. Our AI produces a SWMS tailored to your specific demolition job in under 2 minutes for $9.99.

Why demolition contractors need a SWMS

Demolition work is explicitly listed as HRCW under Australian WHS Regulations — work involving demolition of a structure is HRCW Category 7. A SWMS is legally required for ALL demolition work before it starts. Most demolition jobs also involve multiple additional HRCW categories: asbestos disturbance, working at heights, powered mobile plant, structural alteration requiring temporary support, and working near electrical services. A comprehensive SWMS is essential.

HRCW categories that apply

Under Australian WHS Regulations, these high-risk construction work categories commonly apply to demolition contractors:

HRCWWork involving demolition of a structure
HRCWWork involving the disturbance or removal of asbestos
HRCWWork involving alteration of a structure that requires temporary support to prevent collapse
HRCWRisk of a person falling more than 2 metres
HRCWWork in an area with movement of powered mobile plant

Common hazards in demolition work

Every demolition contractor SWMS generated by QuickSWMS identifies and addresses these specific hazards (and more, based on your job details):

Structural collapse during demolition sequencing

Falls from partially-demolished structures

Asbestos exposure from building fabric disturbance

Struck by falling debris or demolition materials

Powered mobile plant incidents (excavators, grapple saws)

Contact with live electrical, gas, water services

Dust and silica exposure from concrete demolition

Hazardous substances in old building materials (lead, PCBs, SMF)

Control measures we include

Your demolition contractor SWMS will document specific control measures following the hierarchy of controls:

Engineer-certified demolition plan and sequence documented before work

Pre-demolition hazardous materials survey for asbestos, lead, PCBs

Licensed asbestos removal for any friable or >10m² non-friable asbestos

Service disconnection certificates for all electrical, gas, water

Exclusion zones and signage around drop zones

Water suppression for dust control

Use of heavy plant with certified operators and ground spotters

Daily site inspection before work commences

Australian Standards referenced

Every SWMS for demolition contractors references the relevant AS/NZS standards:

AS 2601 - Demolition of structures

AS/NZS 1891.1 - Industrial fall-arrest systems

AS 1319 - Safety signs for the occupational environment

Code of Practice for How to Safely Remove Asbestos (Safe Work Australia)

Example demolition activities

QuickSWMS handles SWMS for all these demolition contractor activities and more:

▸Residential house demolition

▸Commercial building demolition

▸Interior strip-out and soft strip

▸Partial demolition for renovation

▸Structural element removal

▸Asbestos removal (licensed)

▸Slab breaking and removal

▸Site clearance and rubble removal

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Frequently asked questions

Is a SWMS legally required for demolition?

Yes, absolutely. Demolition is explicitly listed as HRCW Category 7 under Australian WHS Regulations. A SWMS is mandatory for ALL demolition work before it commences — no exceptions. The SWMS must be available on site throughout the work and provided to the principal contractor.

What's in a demolition SWMS?

A demolition SWMS must include the demolition sequence, structural support requirements, hazardous materials survey findings, service isolation evidence, exclusion zones, plant operation procedures, personal protective equipment, and emergency/rescue plans. It should reference AS 2601 for demolition work.