Applicable Regulations
Method Statement — Sequence of Work
- Review this RAMS and confirm site conditions match those described before work begins.
- Brief all operatives on the hazards, controls and PPE requirements below (toolbox talk).
- Check and don all required PPE, and inspect tools and equipment before use.
- Carry out the task in line with the control measures set out in the Hazard & Risk Assessment section below.
- Maintain good housekeeping throughout — keep the work area tidy and manage waste and materials safely.
- On completion, remove tools and equipment, restore the work area, and report any incidents, near misses or changes in site conditions to the site supervisor.
- Complete the sign-off section at the end of this document before leaving site.
Hazard & Risk Assessment
Each hazard is assessed against a standard Likelihood × Severity matrix. “Initial Risk” reflects the risk before any control measures are applied; “Residual Risk” reflects the risk once the stated controls are correctly implemented on site.
Exposure to Degreasing Chemicals
Control: Follow the COSHH data sheet for all degreasing agents, ensuring adequate ventilation and never mixing chemical products.
Access to Roof-Mounted Extract Fans & Ductwork
Control: Use appropriate roof access equipment and edge protection when accessing external extract fans, following the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
Fire Risk from Grease Build-Up in Ductwork
Control: Clean to the full extent specified by TR19 guidance, photographing before/after to evidence grease removal for the fire risk assessment record.
Working Near Live Kitchen Equipment
Control: Isolate and allow cooking equipment to cool before cleaning extraction canopies and ductwork directly above it.
Manual Handling of Cleaning Equipment in Confined Ductwork
Control: Use appropriately sized access equipment and tools for confined duct sections, avoiding awkward reaching or overextension.
Required PPE
Emergency Procedures
Fire
Stop work immediately, raise the alarm and evacuate to the designated assembly point. Do not attempt to fight a fire beyond your training. Call 999 once safely evacuated if the fire brigade has not already been alerted.
First Aid / Injury
Stop work and alert the nearest first aider or site supervisor. For a serious injury, call 999 immediately and do not move a casualty unless there is immediate danger.
Spillage / Environmental Incident
Stop work, contain the spill using the site's spill kit if safe to do so, and report it to the site supervisor immediately. Do not allow any spillage to enter a drain or watercourse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this RAMS cover TR19-compliant cleaning standards?
Yes. It includes a control requiring cleaning to the full extent specified by TR19 guidance with photographic evidence, which is the industry-recognised standard for kitchen extraction cleaning.
Do I need to keep a copy of this RAMS on site?
Yes. HSE guidance expects a copy of the RAMS — along with the completed sign-off section — to be available on site for the duration of the work, and reviewed if site conditions change.