Safe systems of work - Method statements

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

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

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 - 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 - 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