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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template

Create, sign, and send templated SWMS forms digitally. Keep electronic records and run your whole trade business with Tradify — the job management app for tradies.

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Pre-populated customer data allows you to easily create, edit and send digital PDFs of certificates and forms within Tradify.

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Formalise your certificates on the go by capturing signatures through your touchscreen in the Tradify app. 

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An ever-growing library of NZ health & safety form templates

We're working hard to create more templates for New Zealand trade businesses across all industries. Here's what's available right now to service your workplace safety requirements.

Is there another safety certificate or form you need? Let us know.

NZ Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Template

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Quickly create, sign, and send digital versions of the NZ Safe Work Method Statement.

NZ Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Template

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Record risks and control measures online. Enter information and collect signatures from any device.

 

NZ Electrical Safety Certificate (ESC) Template

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Ditch your certificate pad! Create, sign, and send digital copies of the NZ ESC and other safety forms with the Tradify app.

 

NZ Certificate of Compliance (CoC) Template

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Easily certify any electrical work completed with the NZ CoC. Create & store certificates securely with Tradify. 

 

NZ Gas Safety Certificate (GSC) Template

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Complete and quickly certify your gas work with Tradify's digital GSC templates. Fill & sign safety certificates from anywhere.

NZ Gas Certificate of Compliance (CoC) Template

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Forget your certificate pad! Create, sign, and send digital copies of the NZ Gas CoC and other safety forms with the Tradify app.

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Questions about creating NZ SWMS templates in Tradify?

Tradify costs per user, per month. You can also talk to us about team pricing options or find more details on our Pricing Page.

Tradify is a powerful job management platform on desktop, and can also be downloaded as an app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android mobile device. 

Nope, we keep things simple by following a month-to-month payment model. No contracts, no commitments.

No, this feature is included in your Tradify Pro or Plus subscription.

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A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) and is used by trade businesses to ensure workplace risks and controls are identified. It also helps identify what people, equipment and processes are needed to work safely.

You identify risks and hazards using the Risk Assessment Matrix. Additionally, you'll outline your control measures using the Hierarchy of Controls.

A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is used by trade businesses to identify potential hazards when completing a job. If you're completing the form, you'll need to identify any hazards for a given task and outline the measures you'll take to control the risk and avoid harm.

Yes! Tradify allows you to generate, fill out, sign, and send a number of certificates including the Job Safety Analysis and Safe Work Method Statement.

Yes! Once complete, the form can be saved as a PDF and emailed out from Tradify.

Tradify includes other features designed to help your trade business get get paid faster. Start by adding automated payment reminders to reduce your admin on those unpaid invoices. Tradify’s system also includes a tool to help you see if your customer has viewed your invoice as well offers people the ability to pay invoices securely online.

Tradify can help you run every aspect of your business. Receive enquiries, send quotes, manage jobs and staff, communicate with customers, send invoices, get paid online, and more!

Talk to a real person on 0800 003 189. Our fast, friendly customer support team is available to help you with any questions you might have about using Tradify. You can also email support@tradifyhq.com or check out our Help Centre.

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