Overview
Method statements transform risk assessments into practical working instructions that frontline workers can follow. This module provides a structured approach to documenting safe systems of work for high-risk activities, ensuring consistency and legal defensibility.
Each method statement breaks tasks into sequential steps, identifies hazards at each stage, specifies control measures, and defines required PPE and competencies. Integration with risk assessments ensures alignment between identified hazards and documented procedures.
Version control tracks changes over time, whilst distribution features ensure workers receive and acknowledge the latest procedures. Digital signatures confirm worker understanding before work commences, providing audit evidence of briefing and instruction.
Regulatory Compliance
- • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Section 2(2)(a)
- • Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- • Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
- • ISO 45001:2018 Clause 8.1.2 - Eliminating hazards and reducing OH&S risks
Key Benefits
Standardised safe procedures reduce human error and incidents
Clear instructions improve contractor and temporary worker safety
Legal compliance with documented safe systems of work
Audit trail proves workers were briefed on safe methods
Version control ensures workers access current procedures
Integration with permits ensures high-risk work is properly controlled
Features & Capabilities
Step-by-step procedure builder with hazard mapping
PPE and competency requirement specification
Emergency procedure and rescue arrangement documentation
Risk assessment and permit cross-referencing
Template library for common activities
Version control and change management
Digital briefing and worker acknowledgment
Photo and diagram attachment for visual clarity
How It Works
Select activity template or create new method statement from scratch
Document step-by-step procedures with hazards identified at each stage
Specify control measures, PPE, and competency requirements
Link related risk assessments, permits, and COSHH assessments
Issue to workers with digital acknowledgment before work commences
Related Modules in Risk & COSHH
Risk Assessment
Comprehensive risk assessment system using UK HSE 5×5 matrix methodology with hazard identification, control measure tracking, and review scheduling.
COSHH Assessment
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health assessments with automatic SDS data extraction, exposure route analysis, and PPE requirements.
Manual Handling
Manual handling risk assessments using TILEO methodology with load characteristics, posture analysis, and musculoskeletal injury prevention.
Industry sectors that use this module
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