Isolate, Lockout, Tag and Test SWMS Template

This pre-written Isolate, Lockout, Tag and Test SWMS template gives you a compliant, ready-to-use document you can put to work today. Supplied as an instant download in fully editable Microsoft Word format, it sets out the hazards, risks and control measures typically associated with isolating, tagging, locking out and testing energy sources — also known as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Is a SWMS Required for Isolate, Lockout, Tag and Test?

Isolate, lockout, tag and test is considered High Risk Construction Work (HRCW) when work is carried out on or near energised electrical installations or services, or energised plant. That means before any work begins, a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a legal requirement — not optional, not just best practice. 

What This SWMS Covers:

• Inspecting electrical test equipment
• Planning the work and work area
• Isolating power sources
• Fitting danger tags to isolation devices
• Testing for safe isolation
• Installation of signs and labels
• Carrying out work and making safe prior to energising
  
• Completion of work

What's Included:

• High Risk Construction Work (HRCW) selection table
• Risk assessment guidelines and risk rating calculator
• Step by step procedures
• Possible hazards
• Safety controls
• Safety responsibilities
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Plant and equipment
• Legislation, regulations, codes and standards
• Worker signoff

References and Standards:

• Work Health and Safety Act
• Work Health and Safety Regulations
• COP Construction Work
• COP First Aid in the Workplace
• COP Hazardous Manual Tasks
• COP How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks
• COP Managing the Work Environment and Facilities
• COP Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work
• COP Managing Electrical Risks in the Workplace
• AS/NZS 4836:2023 Safe working on or near low-voltage and extra-low voltage electrical installations and equipment
• AS/NZS 3000:2018 Electrical Installations

COP = Safe Work Australia Code of Practice

Features:

• Instant download link sent to your email
• User friendly, fully editable Microsoft Word format
• Add your company details and use in your business today
• Will save you countless hours in research and development
• Free phone and email support if you need it

Who Is This SWMS For?

This SWMS is built for electricians or electrical businesses responsible for the isolation of energised electrical installations or services.

Why These SWMS Over the Alternatives?

vs. Writing them yourself

A properly written SWMS needs to identify the correct high-risk construction work category, list realistic hazards and controls, include a risk matrix, specify PPE requirements, and align with the WHS Act, Regulations and relevant Codes of Practice. That's hours of research most businesses don't have time for. This one is already written — you're customising by adding business and site-specific information, not creating it from scratch.

vs. Hiring a consultant to write them

A WHS consultant charging to produce bespoke SWMS typically bills $200–$500+ per document. This one costs $69.95.

vs. Free or AI templates

Free templates and AI-generated documents can look the part without being fit for purpose. Without the WHS knowledge to check what's in front of you, errors can slip through unnoticed — and most AI tools openly say their output needs checking for accuracy. The question is whether you have the expertise to know what "accurate" looks like. If not, that's where the real risk sits.

Need More Than One SWMS?

If you need SWMS for more than one electrical task, our Electrical SWMS Pack bundles the most commonly needed SWMS for your trade at a significant discount, or browse our full range of SWMS Templates.

If you need more than a handful of SWMS but not the full Electrical SWMS Pack, we can put together a custom pack at a discounted price based on the number of SWMS you need. Download the Electrical SWMS Selection List and email us for a custom quote — or call 1800 304 336 and we'll sort it out with you directly.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use this SWMS template on more than one job? Yes. Once purchased, you can use and adapt this SWMS across unlimited projects and sites for your business — there's no per-project fee or subscription.

How do I customise this SWMS for my business? Add your company details and adjust the control measures to reflect your specific site conditions where needed. It's supplied in fully editable Microsoft Word format, so no special software is required.

Is a SWMS legally required for isolate, lockout, tag and test? Yes. Isolate, lockout, tag and test is considered High Risk Construction Work (HRCW) when work is carried out on or near energised electrical installations or services, or energised plant. That means before any work begins, a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a legal requirement — not optional, not just best practice. 

15 years. 15,000+ customers. Built for Australian electrical businesses by people who understand the legislation.