Method Statements & RAMS Safe Systems of Work
Expert, task-specific method statements and RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements) for construction, maintenance, manufacturing and any high-risk work activity. Not generic templates — real safe systems of work written for your actual tasks, your actual site and your actual team.
Method Statement Services
Bespoke documentation for every high-risk activity.
Task-Specific Method Statements
Step-by-step safe systems of work for individual tasks — excavation, steel erection, demolition, hot work, confined space entry, lifting operations, electrical work and any other high-risk activity.
Full RAMS Packages
Combined risk assessment and method statement packages for projects or contracts. Complete documentation satisfying CDM, client and principal contractor requirements.
Construction RAMS
Construction-specific RAMS for subcontractors — groundworks, concrete, steelwork, roofing, cladding, M&E, fit-out, painting and decorating. Written to principal contractor standards.
Maintenance RAMS
Safe systems of work for maintenance activities — plant servicing, electrical isolation, LOTO procedures, roof access, confined space and working over water.
Permit-to-Work Systems
Development of permit-to-work systems for high-risk activities — hot work, confined space, electrical isolation, excavation and working at height. Templates, procedures and training.
RAMS Review Service
Review of your existing method statements against current regulations and best practice. Identify gaps, update content and bring documentation up to audit-ready standard.
Risk Assessments for Your Sector
Every industry has different hazards. We tailor every assessment to your specific sector and operations.
Factories & Warehousing
Machinery, forklift, racking, noiseTransport & Logistics
Depot safety, loading bays, vehiclesConstruction
CDM, excavations, heights, demolitionSchools & Education
Classrooms, labs, playgrounds, tripsCare & Healthcare
Patient handling, clinical, infectionChemical
Process safety, COSHH, DSEARHospitality
Kitchens, fire, slips, public safetySMEs & Offices
DSE, fire, general workplaceCharities
Events, lone working, volunteersHow We Carry Out a Risk Assessment
Task Analysis
We review the specific task — what work is being done, where, how, with what equipment and by whom. Site visit where possible to understand the actual working conditions.
Hazard Identification
Identification of all hazards associated with the task — from the obvious to the overlooked. Cross-referencing with relevant regulations, ACOPs and industry guidance.
Method Development
Step-by-step description of how the task should be carried out safely, incorporating all necessary control measures, PPE requirements, equipment specifications and competency requirements.
Documentation
Professional RAMS document with your company branding, clear layout, revision control, sign-off sections and appendices for permits, checklists and briefing records.
Briefing & Review
Guidance on briefing your team on the method statement content. Scheduled reviews when task conditions, regulations or equipment change.
Method Statements FAQ
What is the difference between a risk assessment and a method statement?
A risk assessment identifies what the hazards are and evaluates the level of risk. A method statement describes step-by-step how the task should be carried out safely, incorporating the control measures identified in the assessment. Together they form RAMS. Both are needed for high-risk activities.
Are method statements legally required?
There is no specific regulation requiring method statements by name. However, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations require safe systems of work, and CDM 2015 requires construction phase plans incorporating safe methods of work. In practice, method statements are expected by HSE, required by principal contractors and demanded by clients for any high-risk work.
Why not use generic templates?
Generic templates don't reflect your actual task, site, equipment or team. They won't satisfy an HSE inspector or a competent principal contractor. If an accident occurs and your RAMS is a generic template, it actually works against you — demonstrating that you didn't properly plan the work. Bespoke RAMS from RADCaT reflect real work.
What tasks need RAMS?
Any task with significant risk — construction activities, working at height, confined space entry, hot work, electrical work, demolition, excavation, lifting operations, asbestos work, work near live traffic and any other activity where a specific safe system of work is needed to control risk.
Do you write RAMS for subcontractors?
Yes. We write RAMS for subcontractors tendering for or starting work on construction projects. Our RAMS satisfy principal contractor review requirements and help you demonstrate competence during pre-qualification.
Can you review our existing RAMS?
Yes. We review existing method statements against current regulations and best practice, identify gaps, update content and bring your documentation to audit-ready standard. Often cheaper than starting from scratch.
How much do method statements cost?
Based on task complexity and number of RAMS required. Individual method statements are priced per document. Project packages covering all RAMS for a contract offer the best value. Contact us for a quote.
Need Method Statements or RAMS?
Tell us about your project and we'll provide bespoke RAMS that satisfy your client and HSE.