Can I link a SWMS document to other safety workflows?

Yes. SWMS documents can be linked to other safety processes such as worker profiles, safety plans, pre-start workflows, equipment, inspections, permits, and SDS records.

SWMS

Prepare for high-risk work with SWMS management

Rating: 5
Author: Lucky Caswell

Streamline Job Hazard Analysis reviews, approvals, and tracking to manage leading safety indicators and keep teams prepared before work begins.

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Proactive SWMS Management

Centrally manage SWMS in one place

Create, review, and reference SWMS across projects from a single system.

High-Risk Tags – Flag SWMS as high risk to prioritize reviews and increase oversight.
Digital Entry – Create and submit SWMS from desktop or mobile devices.
Easy Reference – Access SWMS anytime during construction and link them to related safety processes.

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Track SWMS status and approval

Monitor review progress and approvals with clear status visibility.

Status Tracking – Configure status labels and quickly see the progress of each SWMS.
Approval Visibility – View who reviewed and approved each SWMS for full accountability.
Digital Signoff – Require reviewers to digitally sign SWMS before work begins.

Customise SWMS forms and maintain version control

Configure required fields and maintain consistent documentation across projects.

Standardized Forms – Customise RAMS templates to ensure consistent data across projects.
Custom Fields – Capture key details like specialty risks, assigned. personnel, and project requirements.
Version History – Track changes and maintain a record of previous SWMS versions.

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Customer Quote

"It’s great to be able to walk the site and instantly pull up relevant documentation - from SWMS and permits to worker competencies. Having everything in a central repository like HammerTech keeps our daily operations moving."

Lucky Caswell

Sr. Lead Construction Superintendent

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SWMS FAQs

Can you assign specific individuals as SWMS reviewers?

Yes. You can assign specific individuals to review a SWMS, and they will receive a notification when a review task is assigned.

Will I be notified when a SWMS review is complete?

Yes. You can configure notifications so selected users receive email alerts for status updates, completed reviews, or pending tasks.

Can I link a SWMS to other safety workflows?

Yes. SWMS can be linked to other safety processes such as worker profiles, safety plans, equipment, inspections, permits, and SDS records.

How do I ensure SWMS are completed before high-risk work begins?

HammerTech helps enforce SWMS completion by tracking submission and approval status, ensuring high-risk activities are reviewed and approved before work starts onsite.

Can I standardise SWMS across multiple projects?

Yes. You can create customisable SWMS templates with required fields to ensure consistent hazard identification and documentation across all projects.

How do workers access SWMS in the field?

Workers can easily access SWMS from mobile devices, allowing them to review hazards, controls, and requirements in real time before and during work onsite.

See it in action

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