Plumbing and Drain Relining

Plumbing and Drain Relining SWMS – Safe Work Method Statement Template (WHS Compliant)

Make your plumbing and drain-relining work safer and your paperwork more robust with this editable Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) for Plumbing and Drain Relining operations.

Designed for CCTV drain inspection, cleaning and jetting, liner and resin preparation, installation, curing, testing and handover, this template covers everything from licensed roles and equipment checks to service isolation, ventilation, chemical and biological exposure, confined spaces and emergency controls. It is designed to support Australian WHS compliance when adapted to the applicable jurisdiction, site, drainage system and work method.

✔ Designed to support WHS compliance when tailored to the applicable state or territory requirements

✔ Step-by-step risk control measures included

✔ Covers common plumbing and drain-relining activities, hazards and site interfaces

✔ Built for licensed plumbers, drainers, relining technicians and compliance consultants

✅ Key Features:

Includes site-specific risk assessment, authorisation, monitoring and worker sign-off sections

Covers CCTV assessment, drain jetting, resin and liner handling, installation and curing, confined-space controls, testing, cleanup and authorised handover

Addresses service location and isolation, pressure, electrical equipment, ventilation, chemical exposure, hygiene and biological hazards, spills, contaminated waste and public access

Includes PPE, equipment and competency prompts, emergency arrangements, high-risk-work items and a jurisdiction-specific legislation verification table

✅ Download Format:

Microsoft Word (editable format for your job site)

PDF version (locked for issuing to clients or contractors)

✅ Perfect For:

Licensed plumbers, drainers and plumbing contractors

Drain-relining, CCTV inspection and drain-jetting technicians

Site supervisors, principal contractors and PCBUs

Safety advisers and compliance consultants