Inspection & Testing Services SWMS Templates

NDT involving radiographic (RT) sealed sources is high-risk construction work when performed on a construction site, triggering the SWMS duty under WHS Regulation 2025 s.291. NDT performed at heights above 2 metres or in confined spaces also independently meets HRCW criteria. Ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and dye penetrant testing may not always be HRCW in isolation but typically occur alongside HRCW activities. ARPANSA Radiation Protection Series RPS C-1 imposes additional licensing and exclusion-zone duties for any sealed-source work regardless of site classification.

Yes, where the inspection involves accessing a roof above 2 metres, entering a confined subfloor or crawl space, or working near unguarded edges, a SWMS is required under WHS Regulation 2025 s.291. The Model Code of Practice: Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces applies to ladder-based roof access. Inspectors operating as sole traders are still PCBUs under the WHS Act and must document controls. AS 2865:2009 applies whenever subfloor entry meets confined space criteria — typically restricted entry/exit with limited ventilation.

A SWMS is a legal WHS document required under WHS Regulation 2025 Part 6.3 that identifies HRCW hazards, controls, and responsible persons — it must be reviewed before work and accessible on site. An inspection methodology describes the technical procedure (e.g., AS 4349.1 pre-purchase standard) and reporting format. The two complement each other: the methodology defines what you inspect; the SWMS defines how you do it safely. Regulators inspect the SWMS, not the methodology, during WHS audits.

The model WHS Regulation 2025 is adopted in most jurisdictions, so a single nationally-aligned SWMS is generally acceptable across NSW, QLD, ACT, NT, Tasmania, SA, and the Commonwealth. Victoria operates under the OHS Regulations 2017 with broadly equivalent SWMS duties for HRCW. Western Australia adopted the model WHS laws in 2022. Inspectors should ensure their SWMS references the correct jurisdictional regulator (SafeWork NSW, WorkSafe Victoria, etc.) and any state-specific radiation licensing — particularly for NDT work.

Meth residue screening triggers WHS Regulation 2025 Part 7.1 hazardous chemicals duties due to surface contamination and reagent use. The Australian Voluntary Standard for Methamphetamine Contamination (2017) sets the 0.5 µg/100 cm² remediation threshold. Testers require respiratory protection (P2 minimum), nitrile gloves, coveralls, and decontamination procedures for sampling equipment. A SWMS must address chemical exposure, contaminated PPE disposal, and notification of occupants. Sampling in confined spaces additionally triggers AS 2865:2009 confined space entry requirements.