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Free RAMS Site Information Checklist for UK Contractors

Stop sending generic RAMS before anyone has even seen the site. This free checklist helps contractors collect the site information that makes a risk assessment and method statement actually relevant.

1-page PDF checklist Editable Word version Site briefing sheet Supervisor sign-off section
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RAMS Site Information Checklist

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What this checklist covers

A RAMS document that does not reflect the actual site is a liability, not an asset. Before a risk assessment is written, the person producing it needs to understand the specific conditions, constraints, and hazards at the location. This checklist prompts you to gather the right information before a single line of the document is drafted.

The checklist covers the following site information:

  • Access and egress routes
  • Traffic management routes
  • Welfare arrangements (toilets, mess room, water)
  • Fire points and assembly areas
  • First aid arrangements and nearest hospital
  • Live services (gas, electric, water, telecoms)
  • Delivery and unloading routes
  • Restricted areas and permit zones
  • Other trades on site and coordination requirements
  • Site-specific environmental or physical hazards

Why generic RAMS miss the point

Most RAMS failures during audits or HSE inspections come down to one thing: the document does not reflect what is actually happening on site. A template written at a desk, without input from the site, will almost always miss hazards that are obvious once you are standing in front of them.

Principal contractors and main contractors are increasingly rejecting RAMS that do not show evidence of site-specific assessment. This checklist creates the paper trail that demonstrates the work was done properly before the document was issued.

Who this free download is for

  • Subcontractors preparing RAMS for client submission
  • Site supervisors completing pre-start briefings
  • Main contractors issuing site packs to subcontractors
  • QHSE managers building standardised site induction processes
  • Small contractors without a dedicated safety function

How to use the checklist before issuing RAMS

Complete the checklist during or immediately after a site visit, before the RAMS document is drafted. Pass the completed form to the person producing the risk assessment so they have the correct information to hand. Attach a copy to the final RAMS document as supporting evidence. Use the supervisor sign-off section to confirm the briefing took place.

If you are using the BuiltRight RAMS Engine, site information captured on this checklist maps directly into the site-specific sections of the document builder, reducing duplication and saving time on every new RAMS job.

Frequently asked questions

What is a RAMS site information checklist?

It is a structured form used before producing a risk assessment and method statement. It captures site-specific details including access routes, welfare facilities, fire points, live services, and any hazards unique to that location. Without this information, a RAMS document is generic and may not reflect the actual conditions on site.

Why is site-specific information important for RAMS?

A RAMS document that does not reflect the actual site is legally and practically weak. HSE and principal contractors expect method statements to demonstrate that risks specific to the project have been identified and controlled. Site-specific information is the foundation for that.

Is this checklist suitable for subcontractors?

Yes. It is designed for subcontractors who need to gather information before starting work on a client site, as well as for main contractors who want to issue consistent briefing documents to site supervisors.

Can I edit the checklist for my business?

Yes. The download includes an editable Word version so you can add your company name, branding, and any trade-specific fields that are relevant to your work.

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