Each trade template covers common hazards, control measures, PPE, permits, and FAQs that UK principal contractors expect to see. Use them as a knowledge base or push the content straight into the RAMSGen generator for a site-specific pack.
Last updated: 2025-10-01
Core civils/structural
7 trade templates covering hazards, controls, and FAQs.
Bricklaying & Masonry
RAMSBricklayers balance repetitive manual handling with work at height, dust, and temporary support risks. A strong RAMS keeps scaffolds, mortar mixing, and structural sequencing on track.
- • bricklaying RAMS
- • masonry method statement
- • RAMS for blockwork
Cladding & Rainscreen
RAMSCladding installers work at height with large panels, intricate fixings, and stringent fire barriers. A dedicated RAMS captures lifting, torque settings, and cavity fire controls so facades perform as designed.
- • cladding RAMS
- • rainscreen installation method statement
- • facade RAMS
Concrete Works
RAMSConcrete crews coordinate formwork, reinforcement, pumps, and finishing teams under tight schedules. A detailed RAMS prevents blowouts, chemical burns, and pump incidents while protecting structural integrity.
- • concrete RAMS
- • concrete pour method statement
- • RAMS for shuttering
Demolition & Strip-Out
RAMSDemolition teams manage unknown structures, hazardous materials, and heavy plant in close quarters. A specialist RAMS confirms surveys, sequencing, and exclusion zones so dismantling happens safely and predictably.
- • demolition RAMS
- • strip-out method statement
- • RAMS for soft strip
Groundworks & Excavation
RAMSGroundworkers expose buried services, operate heavy plant, and create the foundations every project relies on. A grounded RAMS controls utility strikes, collapse, and plant interfaces while keeping muck-away and temporary works organised.
- • groundworks RAMS
- • excavation method statement
- • RAMS for diggers
Roofing Contractors
RAMSRoofing work sits at the sharp end of work-at-height risk. A specialist RAMS establishes edge protection, weather monitoring, and rescue arrangements so membrane, slate, and sheet installations stay compliant and watertight.
- • roofing RAMS
- • flat roof method statement
- • RAMS for roofers
Scaffolding Contractors
RAMSScaffolding crews manage one of the highest-risk temporary works packages on site. A robust RAMS documents TG20 compliance, tie patterns, loadings, and inspection regimes so the system supports every trade safely.
- • scaffold RAMS
- • scaffolding method statement
- • RAMS for scaffold erection
Building services (M&E)
4 trade templates covering hazards, controls, and FAQs.
Data & Telecoms Cabling
RAMSData installers thread fibre and copper through congested routes, manage delicate terminations, and often work in live facilities. A dedicated RAMS keeps separation, fire stopping, and security controls watertight.
- • data cabling RAMS
- • structured cabling method statement
- • RAMS for fibre installers
Electrical Contractors
RAMSElectrical contractors manage live systems, temporary power, and testing regimes where uncontrolled energy can cause fatal shocks, burns, or ignition. A trade-specific RAMS ensures isolation, verification, and coordination with other trades remain watertight on every job.
- • electrical RAMS
- • RAMS for electricians
- • electrical method statement
HVAC & Ventilation
RAMSHVAC installers hoist heavy duct sections, work within ceiling voids, and interface with complex fire, BMS, and commissioning requirements. A trade RAMS ensures lifting, sealing, and testing are controlled from day one.
- • HVAC RAMS
- • ductwork installation method statement
- • ventilation RAMS
Plumbing & Heating
RAMSPlumbing teams manage hot works, pressure testing, and interfaces with water, gas, and drainage systems. A dedicated RAMS controls scalding, flooding, and Legionella risks while coordinating isolations and reinstatements with the client.
- • plumbing RAMS
- • RAMS for plumbers
- • heating installation method statement
Fit-out and finishing
6 trade templates covering hazards, controls, and FAQs.
Carpentry & Joinery
RAMSCarpenters cut, assemble, and install structural and finishing elements while working around live services and other trades. A trade RAMS controls sawdust, moving blades, manual handling, and temporary works so timber installs stay safe and precise.
- • carpentry RAMS
- • joinery method statement
- • RAMS for carpenters
Drylining & Plastering
RAMSDryliners and plasterers handle heavy boards, mix compounds, and work from height to create airtight, fire-resisting compartments. A trade RAMS manages dust, lifting, and finishing quality while keeping fire strategy intact.
- • drylining RAMS
- • plastering method statement
- • RAMS for drywall installers
Flooring Installation
RAMSFloor layers juggle heavy rolls, adhesives, and fast-track programmes across occupied areas. A targeted RAMS protects air quality, manages manual handling, and keeps slip-resistant surfaces on programme.
- • flooring RAMS
- • floor covering method statement
- • RAMS for carpet fitters
Painting & Decorating
RAMSFinishing teams often work in live buildings and close to other trades while managing flammable coatings, mobile access, and sensitive finishes. A tailored RAMS keeps overspray, fumes, and falls under control while protecting adjacent workfaces.
- • painting RAMS
- • decorating RAMS template
- • RAMS for painters
Wall & Floor Tiling
RAMSTiling teams balance precision set-out with cutting dense materials, handling heavy tiles, and managing wet areas. A focused RAMS tackles silica dust, manual handling, and waterproofing interfaces while protecting adjacent finishes.
- • tiling RAMS
- • ceramic tiling method statement
- • RAMS for tilers
Windows & Glazing
RAMSGlazing crews lift heavy units, work at height, and interface with structural openings. A tailored RAMS sets out lifting methods, edge protection, and weather controls so installations remain safe and air-tight.
- • glazing RAMS
- • window installation method statement
- • RAMS for curtain wall
High-risk activities
3 trade templates covering hazards, controls, and FAQs.
Fire Stopping Contractors
RAMSPassive fire specialists maintain compartmentation across complex building services. A detailed RAMS locks down product selection, QA evidence, and work in confined risers so every penetration is sealed and traceable.
- • fire stopping RAMS
- • passive fire protection method statement
- • RAMS for fire stopping
Lifting Operations
RAMSAppointed persons plan and execute lifts involving cranes, telehandlers, or hoists. A precise RAMS documents load paths, communications, and weather limits so every lift is controlled and auditable.
- • lifting RAMS
- • crane lift method statement
- • RAMS for HIAB
Working at Height
RAMSWorking at height covers every discipline from roofers to M&E installers. A cross-trade RAMS formalises avoidance, prevention, and mitigation so supervisors can brief safe access on any UK site.
- • working at height RAMS
- • WAH method statement
- • fall protection RAMS
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