Trade-specific RAMS
Steeplejack RAMS Template
This comprehensive Steeplejack RAMS (Risk Assessment & Method Statement) template is meticulously crafted for UK steeplejack contractors and teams undertaking high level structural work. It provides a robust framework for managing the unique and extreme hazards associated with w…
- Risk Assessment table with likelihood × severity scoring
- Method statement — step-by-step safe procedure
- PPE requirements with BS EN standards
- Emergency procedures + sign-off section
- Add your company name + site detail in seconds
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Steeplejack RAMS Template
Document Control
| Document Title | Steeplejack RAMS Template |
|---|---|
| Document Ref. | STPJ-RAMS-V1.0 |
| Revision | 1.0 |
| Date Issued | 2024-04-23 |
| Prepared By | [Your Company Name] |
| Approved By | [Competent Person Name] |
| Review Date | [Project Specific / Annual] |
Project Information
| Project Name | [Insert Project Name] |
|---|---|
| Project Address | [Insert Full Project Address] |
| Client | [Insert Client Name] |
| Principal Contractor | [Insert Principal Contractor Name] |
| Site Contact | [Insert Site Contact Name & Number] |
| Work Dates | [Insert Start Date] to [Insert End Date] |
| Scope of Works | [Briefly describe the specific steeplejack tasks, e.g., "Inspection, repair, and re-pointing of chimney stack at X location."] |
Scope of Work
This RAMS details the safe system of work for steeplejack operations, which typically involve working at extreme heights on structures such as industrial chimneys, church spires, clock towers, and other tall buildings. The scope includes, but is not limited to:
- Pre-commencement surveys and planning: Detailed assessment of the structure, access routes, and surrounding environment.
- Establishment of safe access: Installation and verification of rope access systems, ladders, scaffolding, or other approved access methods.
- Work at height: Performing inspection, repair, maintenance, re-pointing, demolition, or installation tasks using specialist steeplejack techniques.
- Use of specialist equipment: Operation of winches, hoists, lifting gear, and hand tools at height.
- Material handling: Safe lifting and lowering of materials and tools.
- Emergency preparedness: Implementation of robust rescue plans for personnel working at height.
All work will be carried out in strict accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), the Work at Height Regulations 2005, the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), and the **Control of Substances Hazardous to H
Full document includes the complete risk assessment table, method statement, PPE list, emergency procedures and sign-off.
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