Risk Assessment & Method Statement
Trade: Electricians · Generated 17/07/2026
1. Scope of works
Electrical first fix, second fix, testing and commissioning on UK construction sites.
2. Method statement
- Site induction and RAMS briefing signed by all operatives before work starts.
- Set up welfare, first-aid kit and fire point. Confirm nearest A&E.
- electricians team collects materials from designated laydown area — no interference with other trades' zones.
- Isolate, lock off and prove dead any services (electric, gas, water) in the work zone.
- Carry out task in accordance with method statement and manufacturer instructions.
- Housekeeping at end of each shift — waste segregated, walkways clear, tools tethered or stored.
- End-of-day sign-off with photo evidence uploaded to project record.
3. Hazards, persons at risk & control measures
| Hazard | Who is at risk | Control measures |
|---|---|---|
| Contact with live conductors | Electricians, apprentices | Isolate, lock off, prove dead with GS38 tester before work. Only competent persons work on installations. |
| Working at height (ladders, towers) | All operatives | Podiums preferred over ladders. Towers inspected weekly (TG20:21). Harness where fall risk >2m. |
| Construction dust from chasing walls | Electricians | On-tool M-class extraction, FFP3 masks, water suppression, area cordoned. |
| Manual handling of consumer units, cable drums | All operatives | Team lifts >20kg, trolleys for cable drums, staged deliveries to floor. |
4. PPE required
- Safety helmet (EN 397)
- Safety footwear (EN ISO 20345, S3 minimum)
- Hi-vis vest (EN ISO 20471, class 2)
- Impact gloves (EN 388)
- Safety glasses (EN 166)
- Arc-flash rated gloves & face shield when live work unavoidable
5. Legislation & guidance
- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
- Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
- Work at Height Regulations 2005
- PUWER 1998
- Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
- BS 7671:2018+A2:2022
6. Approval
Prepared by (competent person)
Name / signature / date
Approved by (principal contractor)
Name / signature / date