What is Work Method Statement (WMS) | Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

What is Work Method Statement (WMS) | Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

What is Work Method Statement (WMS)?

It is the document Submitted by Contractor to Client, covering the general Work procedure of a particular job in a safe manner as per the standards.

Work Method Statement (WMS) is also known as Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS).

What is the use of Work Method Statement (WMS)?

– To Plan and execute the work easily and safely,

– It also helps to know the codes and standards used for each activities.

What are the contents in WMS?

1.0 Scope

2.0 Purpose

3.0 Definitions

4.0 References

5.0 Responsibilities

– Project Manager

– Construction Manager

– HSE Manager

– Safety Officer

– Project Site Engineer

– Site Supervisor/Foreman

– Quality Control Inspector

6.0 Equipment

7.0 Materials

8.0 PPE

9.0 Safety

10.0 Safety Procedure

11.0 Operational Procedure

12.0 Inspection & Testing

13.0 Attachments

– Forms

– Documents

– Records