Method statement for Foundations — create with RAMSagent
A method statement for foundation work explains how a specific task will be carried out safely on site — hazards, sequence, plant, PPE and supervision. It supports CDM 2015 coordination and aligns with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.
RAMSagent drafts consistent method statement content for foundation work, keeps hazards and controls traceable, and speeds review before you distribute to site teams.
Typical risks for Method statement — Foundations
| Risk | Description | Legal basis | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excavation collapse | Battering, benching or support systems; no entry in unsupported trenches. | Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 | Critical |
| Groundwater / drowning | Pumping, rescue plans and edge protection near water. | CDM 2015; HSE construction health risks | High |
| Utilities strikes | Service drawings, permits and safe digging practices. | HSG47 | High |
| Concrete burns / vibration | Cementitious contact and power tool vibration exposure. | COSHH 2002; Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 | Medium |
Applicable regulations
- HSW Act 1974 Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
- Primary duties for employers and contractors to ensure health, safety and welfare.
- CDM 2015 Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
- Client, principal designer and principal contractor duties; construction phase plan.
- MHSWR 1999 Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- Risk assessment, competent advice, arrangements and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
- Is a method statement the same as a risk assessment for foundation work?
- No. A risk assessment identifies hazards and overall control measures; a method statement describes how a specific task will be carried out safely on site. RAMSagent links them so teams stay aligned.
- Does RAMSagent replace competent advice?
- No. RAMSagent accelerates drafting and consistency with common UK construction duties (CDM/HSE). A competent person must still review site-specific controls.
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Free Word template: method statement
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