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.
Falls & Cuts During Roof Glazing Installation
Control: Use appropriate roof access equipment (podium, tower) for fitting roof panels or glass units, and use suction lifters and glass-handling gloves throughout.
Structural Opening Instability When Forming the Link
Control: Support the head of the opening with temporary propping before breaking through an external wall to link the conservatory to the main structure.
Manual Handling of Roof Panels & Base Materials
Control: Team-lift roof panels and glazed roof units, and use mechanical aids for base and dwarf wall materials wherever possible.
Weather Sensitivity of Roof Glazing Work
Control: Monitor wind and rain forecasts before lifting and fitting roof glazing panels, as they are large, wind-sensitive components.
Foundation & Base Excavation
Control: Conduct a CAT & Genny scan before excavating for the base slab or footings, and check ground conditions before pouring.
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 forming the structural opening to link the conservatory to the house?
Yes. It includes a control requiring temporary propping to support the head of the opening before any external wall is broken through to form the link.
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.