The obligation
A safe work method statement (SWMS) must be prepared before mobile crane work that is high risk construction work starts.
Under WHS Regulation section 299, a PCBU carrying out high risk construction work must ensure a SWMS is prepared. A SWMS may be based on a previous one for the same or very similar work if reviewed and revised as needed; a site-specific SWMS should be prepared for more unique or complex lifts, such as multiple crane lifts, workboxes with personnel or work near power lines.
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- A safe work method statement (SWMS) must be prepared before mobile crane work that is high risk construction work starts.
- Source
- worksafe.qld.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Mobile Crane Code of Practice 2024 – Safe Work Method Statements is a WHS requirement set out in Mobile crane Code of Practice 2024 (QLD). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD). The relevant provision is Introduction – safe work method statements.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Mobile Crane Code of Practice 2024 – Safe Work Method Statements is a WHS obligation under Mobile crane Code of Practice 2024 (QLD). In short, A safe work method statement (SWMS) must be prepared before mobile crane work that is high risk construction work starts.
What changed recently?
Mobile Crane Code of Practice 2024 – Safe Work Method Statements was last updated on 19 October 2026.