Method Statement for Groundwork — create with RAMSagent
A Site-Specific Safety Plan for groundwork manages risks during excavation, blasting, piling, and work near existing utilities according to Canada Labour Code Part II (collapse risk). It ensures utility guidance is obtained and collapse risks are assessed.
RAMSagent integrates with utility guidance requirements so you never miss a utility guidance or collapse risk assessment.
Typical risks for Method Statement — Groundwork
| Risk | Description | Legal | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collapse Risk in Excavation | Risk of soil collapse in excavations deeper than 1.25 m without sloping or shoring — requires geotechnical assessment and support structures. | Canada Labour Code Part II | Critical |
| Damage to Existing Utilities | Cable damage, gas leaks, or water leakage during digging without utility guidance. | Canada Labour Code Part II | High |
| Blasting Work | Rock throwing and pressure waves during blasting in urban areas — requires barricades, warning signals, and blasting permits. | Canada Labour Code Part II | Critical |
Applicable Regulations
- Canada Labour Code Part II Risks in Certain Types of Work
- Regulates collapse risk, excavation, and blasting; covers tunnelling and rock work.
- Canada Labour Code Part II Basic Obligations
- Systematic occupational health and safety management — the foundation for all groundworks.
- Canada Labour Code Part II Work Equipment
- Requirements for excavators, piling equipment, and edge fall protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is utility guidance integration included?
- RAMSagent points to Ledningskollen but does not automatically retrieve the instructions — you attach them as a file to the project.
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Free Word Template: Method Statement
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