How to Generate RAMS, COSHH Assessments, and Toolbox Talks for UK Construction
Learn how to create RAMS, COSHH assessments, and toolbox talks for UK construction sites, plus how The Site Book speeds up the whole workflow.
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Plain-English construction compliance articles for UK sole traders, covering CDM 2015, HSE rules, RAMS, and on-site paperwork.
Plain-English articles on CDM duties, RAMS, CPP, F10 notifications, and everything else UK contractors need to know.
Why Your RAMS Keep Getting Rejected (And How to Fix Them Before Work Starts)
Stop RAMS rejection before it delays your start date. Learn the five fixes principal contractors want to see and get approved first time.
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RAMS for Builders: What You Need and How to Get It Right
Everything UK builders need to know about writing RAMS — what to include, common mistakes, and how to create site-specific documents in minutes.
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The Site Book now integrates with Google Drive, Xero, and Zapier
The Site Book now connects with Google Drive, Xero, and Zapier. Export your RAMS and compliance docs to Drive, sync jobs with Xero, and automate your workflows with 5,000+ apps.
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RAMS for Roofers — What You Actually Need
A practical guide to writing a Risk Assessment and Method Statement for roofing work. Covers pitched roofs, flat roofs, scaffolding, fragile surfaces, and what HSE inspectors look for.
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RAMS for Electricians — CDM 2015 Requirements Explained
What RAMS documents do electricians need? A practical guide to CDM 2015 compliance for electrical contractors — from first-fix domestic to commercial installations.
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RAMS for Plumbers and Heating Engineers — A Practical Guide
What RAMS do plumbers and gas engineers need under CDM 2015? Covers domestic plumbing, heating installations, unvented systems, and commercial pipework.
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RAMS for Groundworkers — Excavations, Utilities, and CDM Compliance
A complete guide to RAMS for groundwork contractors. Covers excavation safety, utility strikes, ground contamination, plant operations, and CDM 2015 requirements.
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What Does an HSE Inspector Actually Look for in a RAMS?
HSE inspectors can spot a generic RAMS in seconds. Here's exactly what they're checking — and what gets construction sites stopped or served improvement notices.
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Free RAMS Template Download vs RAMS Software — Which is Better?
Should you use a free RAMS template or RAMS software? Pros and cons of each approach for UK builders, contractors, and sole traders.
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CPP vs PCPP — What's the Difference?
Construction Phase Plan vs Pre-Construction Phase Plan — what's the difference, who writes them, and when are they needed? A CDM 2015 guide for contractors.
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How to Write a RAMS for Working at Height
Step-by-step guide to writing a risk assessment and method statement for working at height. Covers scaffolding, ladders, MEWPs, and roof work.
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RAMS vs Method Statement — What's the Difference?
What's the difference between a RAMS and a method statement? When do you need each? A builder's guide to risk assessments and safe working procedures.
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Do I Need RAMS for Domestic Work?
When is a RAMS required for domestic construction projects? A clear guide to CDM 2015 requirements for small builders, sole traders, and domestic clients.
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CDM 2015 for Sole Traders — What You Actually Need to Know
If you're a sole trader in construction, CDM 2015 still applies to you. Here's a practical, jargon-free guide to what you actually need to do.
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What is a Construction Phase Plan (CPP) and Do I Need One?
A plain-English guide to Construction Phase Plans under CDM 2015 — what they are, when you need one, and what a lightweight CPP looks like for domestic projects.
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Do I Need RAMS for a Small Domestic Job?
Confused about whether you need a Risk Assessment and Method Statement for small domestic work? Here's the plain-English answer.
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When do you need to notify the HSE? The F10 explained
Not every project needs an F10. Here is exactly when you are required to notify the HSE, what the form covers, and what happens if you miss it.
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CDM 2015 explained for contractors
The Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015 set out who is responsible for what on a construction project. Here is a plain-English breakdown for contractors.
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What is a RAMS and do I need one?
A Risk Assessment and Method Statement is a core CDM 2015 document for most construction projects. Here is what it covers, when you need it, and what happens if you skip it.
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