Air conditioning and refrigeration SWMS examples
Split and ducted systems, heating, ductwork, servicing and refrigerant work. Pick the job below to see a complete SWMS with every step, hazard and control, download it as a Word template, or make your own in a couple of minutes.
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SWMSSplit System Installation10 steps · 13 hazards coveredSWMSDucted Air Conditioning Installation6 steps · 12 hazards coveredSWMSGas Ducted Heater Replacement6 steps · 11 hazards coveredSWMSAir Conditioning Servicing5 steps · 10 hazards coveredSWMSRooftop Package Unit Replacement6 steps · 11 hazards coveredSWMSDuctwork Installation5 steps · 9 hazards coveredSWMSRefrigerant Recovery and Regas6 steps · 8 hazards covered
Common air conditioning and refrigeration hazards
Electric shock from live wiringContact with live wires, switchboards or equipment gives an electric shock or arc flash burn that can kill.
Poor housekeeping and wasteRubbish, offcuts and materials left lying around cause trips, cuts and fires, and block exits.
Refrigerant leaksRefrigerant gas causes frostbite, pushes oxygen out of small rooms, and some types catch fire.
Pressure testingA pipe, fitting or cap fails under test pressure and blows apart, hitting people nearby.
Lifting and carrying heavy loadsLifting, carrying, pushing or twisting with heavy or awkward loads strains the back, shoulders or knees.
Gas and fuel linesDamaging or opening a gas or fuel line causes a leak, fire or explosion.
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