The Environmental Controls – Erosion and Sediment Control Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines the main hazards and risks associated with soil erosion and sedimentation when carrying out earthworks for construction or landscaping work, including risks of sedimentation of drains and waterways due to runoff from earthworks and stockpiling of spoil, etc.
The Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides details of the inspections required to be carried out, and the control measures to be implemented to reduce the likelihood and impact of damage and contamination in workplaces and sites when using plant and vehicles to carry out earthworks for civil engineering and building projects.
