RAMS – Writing Construction Method Statements (Construction)
The RAMS – Writing Construction Method Statements course is a practical, hands-on training programmedesigned to teach learners how to develop clear, legally compliant Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)for construction activities.
Delivered by Alternative Training, this course equips supervisors, managers, and team leaders with the skills to plan work safely, identify hazards, and communicate safe working practices to their teams.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
Site supervisors and foremen
Site managers and project managers
Team leaders responsible for planning work activities
Health & safety coordinators needing to prepare RAMS
No prior experience in writing RAMS is required, though basic construction knowledge is beneficial.
What You Will Learn
By completing this course, learners will gain competence in:
Understanding legal requirements for RAMS
Identifying hazards and implementing control measures
Writing effective, task-specific method statements
Performing task-specific risk assessments
Planning the safe sequencing of work activities
Communicating RAMS effectively to work teams
Learners will leave the course confident in their ability to prepare and implement RAMS on-site.
Course Delivery & Assessment
Course format: Tutor-led practical training
Assessment: Knowledge check
Duration: ½ day
Certification: Certificate valid for 3 years
Successful completion demonstrates the ability to produce and apply RAMS in construction projects, ensuring safety and compliance.
Why Choose Alternative Training?
At Alternative Training, we provide high-quality, industry-focused health and safety training.
Our RAMS course is designed to:
Ensure learners can write clear and compliant method statements
Provide confidence in planning safe work sequences
Support supervisors and managers in meeting legal and client requirements
Progression & Next Steps
On successful completion, learners can:
Apply their skills to prepare RAMS for multiple construction tasks
Progress to advanced health and safety or management courses
Demonstrate compliance with industry health and safety standards
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