Workplace and Environment

Safe system of work - COSHHIf you're completing a task that involves a hazardous substance, you must identify the safe systems to be followed. Double documentsIn many instances you will need to produce a safe system of work (SSOW) that identifies how ... Read more

Method statement - installing copper pipeworkBecause of the risks associated with installing copper pipework, e.g. manual handling, hot work, working in confined spaces etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow. ... Read more

Method statement - handling and stacking of materialsBecause of the risks associated with handling and stacking of materials, e.g. physical injury cased by excessive manual handling, stock collapsing, etc., you must identify the safe systems of work ... Read more

Method statement - installing MMMF insulationBecause of the risks associated with working with insulation, e.g. manual handling, skin burns and irritation, breathing difficulties etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should... Read more

Method statement - garden preparationBecause of the risks associated with garden landscaping you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to do?To ensure that you give your staff sufficient practical guidance on ho... Read more

Safety procedure - site waste disposalUse our procedure to describe the safety and environmental arrangements you expect to be put in place for waste disposal.How to use itThis document is designed to be used in support of the site safety induction o... Read more

Safety procedure - storage of hazardous substancesTo ensure that your staff follow prescribed safe systems of work, you should use a formal safety procedure. This document sets out how hazardous substances should be handled and stored safely. What to... Read more

Safety procedure - setting up display screen equipmentTo ensure computer workstations are set up properly, your staff should follow a prescribed system. Doing so will ensure that all workstations comply with legal requirements and won't cause the user... Read more

Process - safe system of work - safe use of garden chemicalsTo ensure that your staff follow prescribed safe systems of work, you should use a formal process. This document sets out how garden chemicals should be used, handled and stored safely. What... 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