The Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) is a crucial document required under South African health and safety legislation, particularly the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 85 of 1993 and its associated regulations. It is mandatory for high-risk activities and recommended for all significant work operations. The document serves multiple purposes: it demonstrates compliance with legal requirements, provides a systematic approach to risk management, and establishes clear methodologies for safe work execution. RAMS documents are particularly important in construction, industrial operations, and any activities involving significant safety risks. They must be prepared by competent persons and typically require review and approval from safety professionals and project management before work can commence. The document needs regular updating to reflect changing site conditions or work methods and must be communicated to all relevant workers through toolbox talks and safety briefings.
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1. Project Information: Details of the project, location, dates, and scope of work covered by this RAMS
2. Responsible Persons: Names and contact details of key personnel including project manager, safety officer, and supervisors
3. Work Description: Detailed description of the work activities to be carried out
4. Equipment and Materials: List of all equipment, tools, and materials to be used in the work
5. Risk Assessment Matrix: Standard risk evaluation matrix showing likelihood and severity ratings
6. Hazard Identification: Systematic identification of all potential hazards associated with the work
7. Risk Assessment: Evaluation of identified risks using the risk matrix, including initial risk ratings
8. Control Measures: Detailed preventive and protective measures to be implemented for each identified risk
9. Method Statement: Step-by-step description of how the work will be carried out safely
10. PPE Requirements: Specification of all required Personal Protective Equipment
11. Emergency Procedures: Emergency response procedures and evacuation plans
12. Training Requirements: Required training and competency levels for personnel involved
1. Environmental Impact Assessment: Required when work has potential environmental impacts
2. Noise Assessment: Required for works involving high noise levels
3. Working at Heights: Required when work involves activities above ground level
4. Confined Space Entry: Required when work involves entering confined spaces
5. Hot Work Procedures: Required for welding, cutting, or other hot work activities
6. Traffic Management Plan: Required when work affects public roads or vehicle movement
7. Lifting Operations: Required when crane or mechanical lifting operations are involved
8. Hazardous Substances: Required when work involves handling dangerous chemicals
1. Risk Assessment Tables: Detailed tables showing risk evaluations for all identified hazards
2. Site Layout Plans: Drawings showing work areas, access routes, and safety facilities
3. Training Records: Copies of relevant training certificates and competency records
4. Equipment Certificates: Inspection certificates for major equipment and machinery
5. Safety Data Sheets: MSDS for any hazardous materials to be used
6. Emergency Contact List: List of emergency contacts and responsible persons
7. Toolbox Talk Topics: Schedule of safety briefing topics to be covered
8. Permit to Work Forms: Templates for any required work permits
9. Daily Inspection Checklists: Forms for daily safety inspections and checks
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