Painting Work (General)

The Painting Work (General) Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines the main hazards and risks associated with painting of domestic and smaller commercial premises including the operation of plant, handling and the use of hazardous chemicals, and risk of falls from heights in workplaces where painting work is being undertaken. The SWMS provides details of the health and safety precautions (including personal protective equipment requirements) to be observed when carrying out painting work (including the cleaning and preparation of surfaces to be painted).