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Falls through fragile roofs account for nearly one in four fall-from-height deaths in construction. Most of the people who die aren't roofers. They're workers who didn't know the surface under their feet couldn't take their weight. Here's what makes a roof fragile, what the law asks of you, and how to get the job done without becoming a statistic.
By RAMS Builder · Updated 19 July 2026
A plain-English guide to writing a method statement that actually gets approved. Covers the sections a method statement needs, how to write a sequence of work operatives can follow, and the mistakes that get it sent back.
By RAMS Builder · Updated 19 July 2026
A practical guide to risk assessments for kitchen installation work. Covers dust control, manual handling, working in occupied homes, and writing RAMS that workers actually follow.
By RAMS Builder · Updated 15 July 2026
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply to most trade jobs that involve climbing, working on roofs, or using ladders. This guide covers what the law actually requires, when ladders are acceptable, and how to make the right call between ladder, scaffold, and MEWP.
By RAMS Builder · Updated 11 July 2026
Roof work accounts for a quarter of all construction deaths in the UK. A proper risk assessment isn't a box-ticking exercise — it's what keeps your team alive. Here's how to write one that works.
By RAMS Builder · Updated 10 June 2026
Tree surgery is one of the most dangerous jobs in the UK. Here's how to write a risk assessment that covers the real hazards — chainsaws, height, falling timber, and everything in between.
By RAMS Builder · Updated 8 June 2026