Workplace and Environment

Method statement - working in roof spaces which contain MMMF insulationBecause of the risks associated with working in insulated loft spaces, e.g. skin rashes, breathing difficulties etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff sh... Read more

Method statement - use of joiners'/carpenters' handtoolsBecause of the risks associated with using handtools, e.g. manual handling, sharp edges, blades, flying debris, dust etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.Â... Read more

Fire precautions - emergency lightingIf the lights went out in your building, would everyone be able to find their way to safety? Use our checklist to help you assess the need for emergency lighting and whether it's properly maintained.Impaired visibi... Read more

Register of permit issuersIf tasks are high risk then you may want to issue a permit to work before the work is allowed to start. Keep a register of who is authorised to issue these documents with our register of permit issuers.How to use the formYou... Read more

Maintenance authorisation listYou want your in-house maintenance staff to use their initiative but without putting themselves at risk. So use our maintenance authorisation list to make it clear what they're allowed to do.How to use the formOur Mainten... Read more

Method statement - temporary hoarding erectionBecause of the risks associated with erecting temporary hoarding to protect your site, e.g. manual handling, working on roads, the use of handtools etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that yo... Read more

Method statement - reinstating/laying paving slabsBecause of the risks associated with reinstating and laying paving slabs, e.g. manual handling, the use of plant and machinery, working near roads etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that ... Read more

Method statement - removal of excavated materialsBecause of the risks associated with removing materials from excavations, e.g. manual handling, the use of plant and machinery, working near the edge of the excavation etc., you must identify the safe ... Read more

Method statement - removing asbestos cement roofing sheetsBecause of the risks associated with asbestos, e.g. exposure to potentially fatal fibres, manual handling etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What... Read more

Method statement - removing a WC systemBecause of the risks associated with removing a WC system, e.g. manual handling, biological hazards etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to do?If you're removing ... Read more