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Construction Method Statement Template — Generated Instantly for £29
A construction method statement is the 'MS' in RAMS — legally required alongside risk assessments for all construction work under CDM 2015. Describe the task and site, and we generate a fully written, compliant method statement in minutes. PDF + Word doc.
Used by builders, contractors, groundworkers, scaffolders, roofers and demolition teams across the UK
🏗️ Every principal contractor requires RAMS before work starts on site. A method statement describes the step-by-step safe system of work — no template, no approval, no access to site. Anyrisks writes it for you in full, tailored to your task and equipment.
Legal requirements for construction method statements
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) place a legal duty on principal contractors to ensure the construction phase plan includes suitable arrangements for managing health and safety risks. Regulation 13(2) requires that these arrangements include safe systems of work — this is the method statement. Without a written method statement, you cannot demonstrate compliance with CDM 2015.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, every employer must ensure the health and safety of employees and others who may be affected by work activities. For construction work, this means documenting not only the risks but also the specific working method that will control those risks. The HSE expects to see a written method statement for all high-risk construction activities, including work at height, excavation, demolition, lifting operations and confined space entry.
Method statements are part of the pre-construction information required under Regulation 4 of CDM 2015. They must be in place before work starts, and all workers must be briefed on the content. Principal contractors have the right to refuse site access if you cannot produce a suitable RAMS document.
A method statement must include: scope of work, sequence of operations, identified hazards, control measures, emergency procedures, required plant and equipment, PPE requirements, competency and training requirements, responsible persons, and sign-off by supervisors. Anyrisks generates all of these sections automatically based on your description of the task.
How it works
1. Describe the task
Tell us the construction activity (e.g. excavation for foundations, scaffold erection, flat roof installation), site conditions, plant and equipment involved, and any specific hazards (working near live services, height restrictions, confined spaces). The more detail you provide, the more tailored the method statement.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, CDM 2015-compliant construction method statement including step-by-step safe working procedures, hazard controls, emergency procedures, PPE requirements and responsible persons. All construction-specific regulations are referenced.
3. Instant download and use
Download as PDF and Word. Submit it to the principal contractor, include it in your pre-start documentation, brief your team, and get on site. £29, no subscription, money-back guarantee within 24 hours.
What it covers
Every construction method statement is written in full — covering all mandatory sections required under CDM 2015.
Scope of work and task description
Step-by-step sequence of operations
Identified hazards and risk ratings
Control measures and safe systems of work
Plant, equipment and tools required
PPE and protective equipment specifications
Emergency procedures and first aid arrangements
Welfare facilities and site access
Services location and isolation procedures (electricity, gas, water)
Supervision and competency requirements
Responsible persons and contact details
Sign-off section for site manager/supervisor
CDM 2015 compliance and regulation references
Integration with site-specific construction phase plan
Works for all construction activities
From groundworks to finishing trades, Anyrisks generates method statements for every type of construction task.
What customers say
"Every site now asks for RAMS before you even unload the van. Anyrisks saved me hours — covered the scaffold erection sequence, edge protection, and all the CDM stuff the main contractor wanted."
Lee T.
Scaffolding contractor, Manchester
"We do a lot of school refurbishment work. The method statement covered segregation, noise control, dust suppression — everything the client asked for. Approved first time."
Rachel M.
Building contractor, Bristol
"I use it for every groundworks job. It covers excavation depth, shoring, services location, vehicle movements — all written out properly. Principal contractors accept it without question."
Dave S.
Groundworks subcontractor, West Midlands
Anyrisks vs DIY templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| CDM 2015 compliance and regulation references | ✓ | ✗ |
| Step-by-step sequence of operations | ✓ | ✗ |
| Emergency procedures and responsible persons | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tailored to your specific task and equipment | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers all mandatory method statement sections | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant PDF and Word download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a method statement and a risk assessment?
A risk assessment identifies hazards and evaluates the risk — a method statement describes how the work will be done safely. Together they form RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statement). Both are required for construction work under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. Anyrisks generates a combined document that satisfies both requirements.
Is a method statement a legal requirement?
Yes — Regulation 13 of CDM 2015 requires principal contractors to ensure construction phase plans include suitable and sufficient arrangements for managing health and safety risks, which includes method statements. The HSE expects method statements for high-risk construction activities.
Does this comply with CDM 2015?
Yes — construction method statements produced by Anyrisks reference CDM 2015 and include the step-by-step safe system of work, emergency procedures, required PPE, competency requirements, and plant/equipment safety measures required under the regulations.
Can I use it for multiple trades?
Yes — describe the specific construction activity (groundworks, scaffolding, roofing, etc.) and the method statement will be tailored to that trade. You can generate separate method statements for different phases of the same project.
Will it be accepted by principal contractors?
Yes — Anyrisks produces method statements in the standard industry format expected by principal contractors, CDM coordinators and the HSE. The document includes all mandatory sections: scope of work, sequence of operations, hazards and controls, emergency procedures, responsible persons, and sign-off.
Do I need a separate risk assessment as well?
Technically yes — RAMS means both documents. However, Anyrisks integrates the risk assessment into the method statement format, so you receive one comprehensive document that satisfies both requirements. This is the industry-standard approach and is accepted by principal contractors.
How long does it take?
Under 2 minutes. Describe the construction task, site conditions, plant and equipment involved, and Anyrisks generates a complete, CDM-compliant construction method statement instantly.
Can I edit it after downloading?
Yes — you receive both PDF and editable Word format. You can add company branding, site-specific details, supervisor names, or revise the sequence of operations to match your exact working method.