The Vacuum Excavation Truck Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines the main hazards and risks associated with the use of vacuum excavation vehicles and equipment to excavate trenches and excavations where the use of non-destructive excavation methods is necessary due to the presence of underground assets, including risks of falls, the collapse or cave-in of excavations. and from the use of plant and vehicles in the vicinity of the trench or excavation.
The SWMS provides details of the safety precautions (including personal protective equipment requirements) to be observed when operating a vacuum excavation truck.
