Workplace and Environment

Method statement - transporting goods by roadBecause of the risks associated with transporting good by road, e.g. driver hours, safe driving, working on sites that are not controlled by you etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your s... Read more

Method statement - use of forward tipping dumpersBecause of the risks associated with driving a dumper, e.g. overturning, working in areas with pedestrians, working next to deep excavations etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your s... Read more

Method statement - use of mechanical excavatorBecause of the risks associated with mechanical excavators, e.g. working near the edge of the excavation, moving machinery parts, cable strikes etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your s... Read more

Method statement - use of a petrol-driven chainsawBecause of the risks associated with chainsaws, e.g. the blade, manual handling, falling trees etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to do?If you're usi... Read more

Method statement - work on contaminated landBecause of the risks associated with working on contaminated land, e.g. manual handling, exposure to hazardous substances, the use of plant and machinery, working near the edge of an excavation etc., you mu... Read more

Method statement - working on the highwayBecause of the risks associated with working on the highway, e.g. fast moving traffic, manual handling, plant and machinery, you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to ... Read more

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 - removing dead legs in water systemsBecause of the risks associated with removing dead legs in water systems, e.g. legionella bacteria, manual handling, water being held under pressure etc., you must identify the safe systems of wor... Read more

Safety briefing - stressThis briefing describes some of the common causes and effects of excess work pressure, along with tips on reducing personal stress. What's covered?The aim of this Safety Briefing - Stress is to help managers to start a dialogue... Read more

Safety briefing - power and hand toolsThis briefing addresses the key risks and control measures needed when using power and hand tools in the workplace.What's covered?The aim of this Safety Briefing - Power and Hand Tools is to ensure that all staff ... Read more