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Method Statement and Risk Assessment

by john murphy, from the Community

This construction method statement and risk assessment template supports safe excavation and reinstatement activities. It covers planning site access, street works signing and guarding, permits to break ground, utility detection with CAT and Genny, safe digging near services per HSG 47, shoring and trench support, inspections, sump and dewatering, spoil management, and disposal. It also includes guidance for electrofusion welding of PE pipe, joint preparation, alignment, and quality checks, plus backfilling, compaction to HAUC standards, and controls for adverse weather. Use it to brief teams, record risks, and verify completion.

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Method Statement and Risk Assessment Template
Use this construction method statement and risk assessment template to plan safe work and meet HSE expectations. Capture method of installation and safe method of work, outline hazards and controls including COSHH considerations and lifting plans, and record responsibilities for site supervisors, crane operators, and operatives. Support clear communication to the team, confirm understanding with signatures, and manage amendments to keep work compliant and efficient.
by Jem Criddle, from the Community
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Site Diary and Risk Assessment Form
Use this site diary and risk assessment form to capture daily details and verify safety controls on construction and street works sites. Sections cover site address, operatives, permits, weather, and pre-start checks. Verify signing, lighting, and guarding (SLG), NRSWA accreditation, PPE condition, equipment and lifting zones, COSHH and general risk assessments, utility locating with CAT & Genny, environmental controls, and gas testing. Track backfill and reinstatement against HAUC specs, surface depth and conditions, and any remedial actions. Includes signature fields and a visitor log.
by John Woodward, from the Community
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Civils Risk Assessment and Method Statement RAMS
Use this civil engineering risk assessment and method statement template to plan and control street works and duct repairs for fibre installations. It covers scope of works, affected persons, hazard identification and controls, PPE specifications, plant and equipment, permits, underground service locating with CAT and Genny, gas monitoring in chambers, traffic management to Chapter 8 and the Red Book, dust control, diamond drilling competence, documentation, and sign off. The sequence guides pre start checks, toolbox briefings, ongoing risk review, and site reinstatement. Capture photos for pre site set up and gas detector status, record COSHH details, and log emergency arrangements and first aid information.
by SML Office, from the Community
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QC60 Gas Technical Audit and Inspection Checklist
The QC60 Gas Technical Audit and Inspection checklist supports audits of gas utility works across the full lifecycle of street works and mains services. Sections cover documentation, qualifications, and permits; site housekeeping and PPE; signing, lighting, and guarding to Red Book requirements; excavation controls and shoring; pipe handling and installation including electrofusion and butt fusion; testing and isolation with LP and MP equipment, permits, and certification; connections with firefighting equipment, purging and leak detection; meter installation and labeling; backfilling and compaction to HAUC; calibration and maintenance of tools and lifting equipment; corrective actions, photos, and signatures for accountability.
by Morland Utilities, from the Community
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