RAMS for Modular & Prefabricated Building Installation: FREE Template + Generator
Create a site-ready RAMS for modular and prefabricated building installation in minutes—covering crane lifts, temporary works, working at height, and service connections.
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What you get
- Modular installation RAMS tying the lift plan, temporary works permits and service-connection steps together.
- Module schedule template capturing weights, COG, lifting gear and datum/bolt references for each unit.
- Hands-off alignment and WAH briefing card for banksmen and MEWP crews to minimise pinch risks.
- Commissioning and QA tracker (torque logs, air-tightness, firestopping) ready for O&M submission.
Why teams choose RAMSGen
Don't waste time wrangling ad-hoc Word templates. Create a site-specific Modular & Prefabricated Building Installation RAMS from the start.
Benefits
- ✓Demonstrate to clients that lifting, bracing and finishing works are coordinated under one RAMS instead of multiple disjointed docs.
- ✓Reduce start-up time by reusing the template across campuses or schools while keeping site-specific data visible.
- ✓Give supervisors instant talking points on wind limits, access strategy and service permits at daily briefings.
Risks of manual RAMS
- !Modules can’t be lifted if weight/COG data and rigging sketches aren’t captured in the RAMS.
- !Missing temporary works sign-offs or bracing steps risk progressive collapse during landing.
- !Service tie-ins without clear permits and firestopping notes lead to delays and non-compliance notices.
Manual drafting
4 hrs
RAMSGen
8 min
Typical manual prep vs RAMSGen automation
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Generic RAMS template
Snapshot hazards
- Crane and lifting operations for modules (suspended loads, swing, overturning).
- Work at height on modules/roof edges during landing and bolt-up.
- Instability or collapse of unbraced units/temporary works failure.
- Crush and pinch points during landing, alignment and bolting of modules.
- Live services during electrical/gas/mechanical connections and hot works (fire/arc/pressure).
Critical controls
- Appointed Person lift plan; LOLER/PUWER-compliant equipment; CPCS/NPORS crane crew; defined exclusion zones; wind-speed limits monitored by anemometer.
- Work at height hierarchy: MEWPs/guardrails/scaffolds as collective protection; fall arrest only where necessary with rescue plan and inspected anchors.
- Temporary Works managed to BS 5975: named TWC/TWS, design/checks, propping/anchorage, permit-to-load; verify stability before releasing slings.
- Hands-off alignment: taglines, alignment pins/jacks, clear stop signals and radios; banksman control; keep-out zones for non-essential persons.
- Permit-to-work for services: isolations/LOTO, prove dead before work, competent electricians/plumbers, hot works permit, fire watch and suitable extinguishers.
Permits & references
- Permit to Lift / approved Lift Plan.
- Temporary Works permit/permit-to-load from the TWC.
- Permit to Work at Height.
- Electrical/Gas isolation and energisation permits (LOTO).
- Hot Works permit and fire watch arrangements.
Implementation walkthrough
- 1
Pre-start planning: review drawings, module weights/COG, RAMS and lift plan; brief roles and emergency/rescue arrangements.
- 2
Set up site: establish exclusion zones, traffic routes, laydown areas, welfare, and emergency access; display permits and signage.
- 3
Temporary works: verify foundations, bearings and holding-down bolts; install edge protection/propping; obtain TWC sign-off.
- 4
Mobilise plant: position crane on verified ground with mats/outriggers; inspect slings/shackles/spreaders; function-test radios and anemometer; inspect MEWPs.
- 5
Delivery and inspection: check modules for damage, lifting points certification, marked weight/match lines; confirm sling configuration and rigging plan.
- 6
Trial lift: take up slack, verify balance/COG and clearances; control with taglines; proceed only if wind and radius are within plan limits.
- 7
Land and align: lower onto bearings/pads; maintain hands-off policy; use guides/pins/jacking to tolerance; secure temporarily; release slings when stable and authorised.
- 8
Secure structure: complete bolting/strapping between modules; install temporary bracing; weatherproof joints and install permanent fixings.
- 9
Services and firestopping: under permits, complete electrical/gas/mechanical connections; test/commission; apply firestopping and seals to specifications.
- 10
Inspection and handover: complete QA/ITP records, torque checks, TWC permit-to-load/strike, rectify snags, clean down, demobilise plant and reopen areas.
How to create a site-specific Modular & Prefabricated Building Installation RAMS
Transform the generic template above into a compliant, site-specific document by addressing these critical areas:
Site-specific customization checklist
- 1
Site address, client and principal contractor details.
- 2
Named Appointed Person, Lift Supervisor, Crane Operator and Slinger/Signaller.
- 3
Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor and design/check references.
- 4
Crane type/capacity chart, outrigger loadings and ground bearing calculations.
- 5
Module schedule: weights, dimensions, COG and lifting point details.
- 6
Foundation readiness: bearings, bolt patterns, tolerances and datum levels.
- 7
Access/logistics plan: delivery timings, laydown areas, traffic routes and escorts.
- 8
Weather/wind limits, stoppage criteria and re-start checks after delays.
- 9
Emergency arrangements: rescue from height, crane evacuation, nearest A&E and muster points.
- 10
Service connection strategy: isolation points, test/commissioning sequence and certification.
HSE compliance alert
This template supports compliance with UK CDM 2015, LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998 and the Work at Height Regulations 2005 but must be adapted by competent persons for the specific site and design. Always follow manufacturer instructions, the approved lift plan and the Principal Contractor/TWC requirements.
Why RAMSGen makes this easier
Instead of manually editing Word templates and cross-referencing multiple guidance documents, RAMSGen walks you through each customization step with intelligent prompts. Answer questions about your site, and the platform automatically generates a compliant RAMS that incorporates:
- Project-specific hazards based on your site layout and access constraints
- Emergency plans with routes to the nearest A&E and site-specific assembly points
- Permits, inspections, and quality checkpoints aligned to your schedule
- Branded PDF exports ready for principal contractor submission
Frequently asked questions
What should a Modular & Prefabricated Building Installation RAMS include?
Scope of works, roles/competence, lift plan summary, temporary works controls, working at height measures, service isolation/commissioning steps, PPE, permits, emergency and rescue, plus QA/ITP records.
Do I need a Permit to Lift for modular buildings in the UK?
Yes. Lifts must be planned by an Appointed Person with a signed lift plan and Permit to Lift. The Lift Supervisor controls the operation and briefed slinger/signallers execute the plan.
What wind speed stops a modular lift?
Follow the crane manual and the approved lift plan. Typical limits for modular units are around 9–12 m/s (20–27 mph), but sail area and rigging may require lower limits set by the Appointed Person.
Who signs off temporary works for modular installations?
The Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) manages the process; a competent designer provides the design, and a checker verifies it. A permit-to-load/strike is issued before changing states.
How do you control crush and pinch points during alignment?
Establish exclusion zones, use taglines, guides and alignment pins/jacks, maintain a hands-off policy near pinch points, and use agreed stop signals with a dedicated banksman.
What training is required for slinger/signallers and crane teams?
CPCS or NPORS for Crane Operator and Slinger/Signaller, an Appointed Person/Lift Supervisor as applicable, plus site inductions and task-specific briefings.
When can slings be released from a module?
Only when the module is fully supported, temporarily secured/braced as required by the design, and the Lift Supervisor authorises release after stability checks.
How often must lifting accessories be inspected under UK law?
Pre-use checks every shift and a thorough examination at least every 6 months for lifting accessories (and 12 months for cranes or per duty cycle), with records retained.
Can a telehandler or other plant replace a crane for modules?
Only if the method is specifically engineered, within the plant’s rated capacity and stability limits, and planned/controlled with a revised RAMS and lifting plan by a competent person.
How is fire risk managed during hot works and service connections?
Use a Hot Works permit, clear combustibles, provide suitable extinguishers, assign a trained fire watch, and complete post-work fire checks; prove electrical/gas dead before connection and test after energisation.
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