Risk Assessment Method Statement (RAMS)

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What is a Risk Assessment Method Statement (RAMS)?

A Risk Assessment Method Statement, commonly known as RAMS, is a key health and safety document in the construction industry and other high-risk sectors. It outlines how specific tasks with potential hazards will be carried out safely and in line with regulations.

If your business carries out construction, maintenance, installation, or repair work, having a clear, written Method Statement is not just best practice – it’s often required by law or your client’s safety protocols. RAMS documents must be completed before any potentially dangerous work begins on site.

Why is RAMS Important?

As a small or medium-sized business owner in Ireland, ensuring workplace safety and legal compliance can be complex. That’s where RAMS comes in. It provides a safe system of work by identifying the risks involved and outlining the procedures to minimise those risks.

This document helps keep your employees, subcontractors, and clients safe, while also protecting your business from legal claims, fines, or project delays due to non-compliance.

What Does a Method Statement Include?

Our tailored RAMS documents include everything you need to meet health and safety standards in Ireland. A standard RAMS will cover:

✅ Project Details

  • Information on the client, contractor, and location

  • Description of the work scope and timeline

✅ Safe Work Procedures

  • Step-by-step explanation of how the job will be done

  • Sequence of activities and tasks involved

✅ Risk Identification and Control

  • Full risk assessment of each step in the process

  • Potential hazards, such as working at heights, lifting operations, or chemical handling

  • Specific control measures to reduce risk

✅ Equipment and Tools

  • List of heavy machinery, power tools, and PPE to be used

  • Details of permits required and access/egress arrangements

✅ Health and Safety Compliance

  • Site safety setup, including barriers, signage, and emergency procedures

  • Inclusion of relevant safety policies, such as:

✅ Sign-Off and Acknowledgement

Space for supervisor approval and personnel confirmation, ensuring everyone involved understands the safety measures and agrees to follow them.

Who Should Use Risk Assessment Method Statement?

Any business involved in construction or high-risk work in Ireland should use RAMS. This includes:

  • Building contractors

  • Electricians and plumbers

  • Roofing companies

  • Landscaping services

  • Property maintenance firms

  • Civil engineering contractors

Whether you're a sole trader, a small construction team, or a growing business, Smart Move Safety provides professional RAMS tailored to your project and sector.

Get Expert Help from Smart Move Safety

At Smart Move Safety, we specialise in creating compliant, project-specific RAMS documents for businesses across Ireland. Our team understands the unique needs of SMEs and ensures your documentation is clear, practical, and fully aligned with Irish safety legislation.

Avoid unnecessary risk, delays, or penalties – let us handle the paperwork while you focus on getting the job done safely.

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