What is the purpose of method statements?

Carry out the work in a structured and controlled manner

Understand the hazards and risks associated with each sequence of the work

Use the controls specified to reduce the risk of injury, ill health or damage.

All of the above

What information should be contained in a method statement?

a description of how the work will be carried out safely. These documents are usually used for higher risk work, to provide information to employees about how the work should be done, and the precautions needed.

The employees qualifications

The history of all accidents that have occurred during this work previously.

Interview from employer to provide evidence of why that employee should conduct the work.

Where should a completed method statement be kept?

A method statement should form part of a safe system of work.

It's not just a document to be saved and stored away, it will often be the subject of the safety briefing or toolbox talk, carried out prior to the activity taking place.

Locked in line managers office

Achieved and stored

When should method statements and risk assessments be updated?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) says risk should be assessed "every time there are new machines, substances and procedures, which could lead to new hazards."

An employer should carry out a risk assessment: whenever a new job brings in significant new hazards.

Every year by the employer.

Employee should complete one after any holiday.

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