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RAMS Template — Risk Assessment & Method Statement, Done In Seconds
Anyrisks generates the risk assessment component of your RAMS instantly — professionally formatted, CDM 2015 compliant, and ready to download as PDF or editable Word.
Used by contractors, trades, and site managers across the UK who need compliant RAMS documents fast, without wrestling with blank templates.
What Is a RAMS Document?
RAMS stands for Risk Assessment and Method Statement. It is a combined document widely required on UK construction and maintenance projects, and by principal contractors before work can begin on site.
A RAMS consists of two legally distinct components:
Risk Assessment
Identifies hazards associated with the activity, who is at risk, and what controls are in place to reduce that risk. This is the legally required element under Regulation 3(1) of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSWR 1999).
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Method Statement
Describes the sequence of work, the resources and equipment to be used, and the safe working procedures to be followed. Typically required by principal contractors and clients under CDM 2015 Regulation 4 (general principles of prevention).
The Legal Requirement for RAMS
RAMS documents are not defined in a single piece of legislation — the requirement flows from several overlapping regulations. Here is what applies to UK contractors.
MHSWR 1999 — Regulation 3(1)
Every employer must carry out a suitable and sufficient risk assessment of risks to employees and others affected by the work. This is the foundation legal duty that underpins the risk assessment half of every RAMS.
CDM 2015 — Regulation 4
Designers, principal contractors, and contractors must all have the skills, knowledge, experience, and organisational capability to carry out their work safely. A RAMS submitted to a principal contractor is the primary evidence of this compliance.
CDM 2015 — Regulation 12
The principal contractor must draw up a Construction Phase Plan (CPP) before construction begins. Subcontractor RAMS must be consistent with and support the CPP. The CPP incorporates the significant risks identified in subcontractor RAMS.
Work at Height Regs 2005 — Regulation 6
All work at height must be properly planned and supervised. For any RAMS involving roofing, scaffolding, ladders, or elevated work platforms, a work at height risk assessment is a mandatory component of the RAMS risk assessment.
Note: a RAMS is not mandated by a single regulation — it is an industry-standard combined document that satisfies obligations under MHSWR 1999, CDM 2015, and any applicable trade-specific regulations simultaneously.
How Anyrisks Speeds Up Your RAMS
1. Describe Your Activity
Tell us what work you are carrying out, where, and by whom. Scaffolding, roofing, electrical, groundworks — any trade or task.
2. Let the app take the strain
Our advanced algorithms produce a comprehensive, UK-standard risk assessment tailored to your specific activity and site conditions.
3. Add Your Method Statement
Download the editable Word document and add your method statement section. Your RAMS is complete — ready to submit to your client or principal contractor.
What You Get
- ✓Instant PDF download — ready to submit to clients or principal contractors
- ✓Fully editable Word document — add your method statement and company branding
- ✓Activity-specific hazards, control measures, and risk ratings
- ✓CDM 2015 compliant formatting, suitable for use with your Construction Phase Plan
- ✓Named UK regulations cited by number (MHSWR 1999, CDM 2015, WAH Regs where applicable)
- ✓Delighted or your money back within 24 hours
When Is a RAMS Required?
RAMS are not legally defined as a single document type, but they are universally expected in the following situations:
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Example RAMS Risk Assessment Extract
An illustrative extract from a roofing RAMS risk assessment generated by Anyrisks:
| Hazard | People at Risk | Control Measures | Risk Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls from height (WAH Regs 2005 Reg 6) | Operatives and public below | Edge protection installed; toe boards fitted; no overreaching; harnesses worn above 2m | High |
| Falling objects | Workers below and public | Exclusion zone in place; tool lanyards used; debris netting installed | High |
| Manual handling of roofing materials (MHO Regs 1992) | Operatives | Team lifts for loads over 20kg; materials hoisted by mechanical means where possible | Medium |
| Fragile roof surfaces | Operatives | Crawling boards used; fragile surface warning signs posted; no lone working on fragile roofs | High |
| Adverse weather conditions | Operatives | Work suspended in winds above Beaufort Scale 5; wet surfaces inspected before use | Medium |
Illustrative only. Your assessment will be tailored to your specific activity and site.
What Contractors Say
“Principal contractor asked for our RAMS before we could start on site. Generated the risk assessment in 3 minutes, added our method statement in Word, submitted same day. Accepted first time.”
Mark T.
Roofing contractor, West Yorkshire
“We do groundworks for several house builders who all require CDM-compliant RAMS. Anyrisks is now part of our pre-start process for every job. Saves hours of writing every week.”
Dave S.
Groundworks subcontractor, East Midlands
“I’m a sole trader electrician. Larger clients always ask for a RAMS before letting me on site. This gives me a properly written document at a fraction of what a consultant would charge.”
Craig W.
Electrical contractor, Greater Manchester
Anyrisks vs DIY RAMS Templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form to fill in | ✓ | ✗ |
| CDM 2015 regulations cited by number | ✓ | ✗ |
| Activity-specific hazards (not generic) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Work at Height, Manual Handling, COSHH covered where relevant | ✓ | Sometimes |
| Editable Word document for method statement | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Accepted by principal contractors | ✓ | Varies |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Anyrisks generate a full RAMS document?
Anyrisks generates the risk assessment element of a RAMS — the legally required component under MHSWR 1999 Regulation 3(1). You then add your method statement to the editable Word document to complete the RAMS package.
Is a RAMS a legal requirement?
The risk assessment component is a legal requirement under Regulation 3(1) of the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. The method statement is not itself a statutory document, but it is required by principal contractors under CDM 2015 Regulation 4 and is standard industry practice for all but the smallest jobs.
What is the difference between a RAMS and a risk assessment?
A risk assessment identifies hazards and controls. A RAMS includes the risk assessment plus a method statement — a step-by-step description of how the work will be carried out safely. The risk assessment is the legal document; the method statement is the operational one.
Is this CDM 2015 compliant?
Yes. The risk assessments are formatted for CDM-regulated projects and cite CDM 2015 Regulation 4 and Regulation 12 where relevant. They are suitable for use with a Construction Phase Plan and for submission to a principal contractor.
What trades and activities does this cover?
Any construction or maintenance trade — roofing, scaffolding, electrical, plumbing, groundworks, demolition, painting, CCTV installation, PAT testing, and more. Describe your specific activity and we tailor it accordingly.
Will my principal contractor accept this document?
Our risk assessments are professionally formatted and cover all content expected by most principal contractors. You can edit the Word document to add your company logo, project number, and any site-specific details the principal contractor requires.
Can I edit the document?
Yes — you receive a fully editable Word document alongside the PDF. This is how you add your method statement, company branding, and any project-specific detail.
Also see: Construction risk assessments hub · CDM Regulations 2015 guide · Work at Height Regulations guide
Commonly paired with: electrician · groundworks · scaffolding · roofing