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Scope of works
This RAMS covers site setup & welfare carried out by site operatives on a UK construction or maintenance site. It sets out the method, the principal hazards and the control measures to be applied. Site-specific details (address, client, access, dates and supervisor) are completed for each job before the document is issued for principal-contractor review.
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Sequence of works
- 1Set up site access, welfare and signage
- 2Establish traffic management and pedestrian routes
- 3Brief all operatives at induction
- 4Maintain housekeeping and welfare throughout
- 5Review arrangements as the site changes
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Hazards, risk rating & controls
Risk = likelihood × severity (1–25). Initial is before controls; residual is with controls applied.
Site traffic and moving vehicles
Initial12→Residual3
Who’s at risk: Operatives, Public, Visitors
- › Segregated vehicle and pedestrian routes; clear signage
- › Speed limits and banksman control for reversing
- › Hi-vis worn at all times in the working area
Inadequate welfare / lone working
Initial6→Residual2
Who’s at risk: Operatives
- › Welfare facilities provided per Schedule 2 of CDM 2015
- › Lone-working check-in procedure and means of raising the alarm
- › First aid provision appropriate to the site
Manual handling of materials and equipment
Initial9→Residual3
Who’s at risk: Operatives
- › Mechanical handling/aids used where reasonably practicable
- › Loads assessed; team lifts for awkward or heavy items
- › Operatives briefed on safe lifting technique
Slips, trips and falls on the level
Initial6→Residual2
Who’s at risk: Operatives, Other trades
- › Work area kept clear; good housekeeping enforced
- › Cables and hoses routed away from walkways
- › Spillages cleaned immediately; adequate lighting maintained
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PPE
- ✓ Hard hat
- ✓ Safety boots
- ✓ Hi-vis
- ✓ Gloves
- ✓ Eye protection as required
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Competence
- ✓ Site induction
- ✓ CSCS card
- ✓ First aider on site
- ✓ Relevant supervisor competence
Schemes (CSCS, PASMA, IPAF…) evidence competence; they are not statutory requirements in themselves.
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Permits & legislation
Permit to work where required
CDM 2015Management of Health and Safety at Work Regs 1999Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regs 1992
This is a draft, not a finished RAMS. The content above is a starting point generated from recognised hazards and controls for this task. A competent person must review it and confirm it is suitable and sufficient for the specific site before use. It is not legal advice or a guarantee of acceptance.