Vacuum Excavation

The Vacuum Excavation Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines the main hazards and risks associated with the use of vacuum excavation equipment 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 operation 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 carrying out vacuum excavation.