Safe systems of work

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

Method statement - repairing potholes with cold lay tarmacBecause of the risks associated with working with tarmac, e.g. manual handling, the use of plant and machinery, exposure to hazardous substances etc., you must identify the safe systems of wor... Read more

Method statement - tree felling using a chainsawBecause of the risks associated with chainsaws, e.g. serious lacerations, manual handling, falling trees etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to do?If y... Read more

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 - underground service detectionBecause of the risks associated with service detection, e.g. electric cable and gas pipe strikes following excavation, you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to... Read more

Method statement - reinstating excavationsBecause 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 systems... Read more

Method statement - paint strippingBecause of the risks associated with stripping paint, e.g. manual handling, exposure to potentially hazardous substances, dust, debris etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow. ... Read more

Method statement - flushing and disinfection of new hot and cold water systemsBecause of the risks associated with disinfecting a water system, e.g. manual handling, the use of hazardous substances etc., you must identify the safe systems of work tha... Read more

Method statement - excavations over 1.2 metresBecause of the risks associated with excavations, e.g. manual handling, trench collapse, service strikes etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow.  What to do?If you... Read more