Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS)
Health & Safety Commitment
At Clementine Recruitment London, health, safety, and compliance remain central to every placement we provide. We are committed to maintaining safe working environments for our clients, temporary workers, contractors, visitors, and members of the public across all sectors we operate in.
Our Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS) are designed to identify workplace hazards, reduce operational risks, and ensure all workers follow safe systems of work in accordance with UK health and safety legislation.
We work closely with clients to ensure all assignments are supported by appropriate safety procedures, inductions, PPE requirements, and role-specific control measures.
Our Compliance Approach
We maintain a proactive approach toward workplace safety and operational compliance by:
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Conducting role-specific risk assessments
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Implementing safe working procedures
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Providing health & safety guidance to workers
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Ensuring workers understand site rules and emergency procedures
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Promoting proper PPE usage
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Supporting accident and incident reporting procedures
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Monitoring workplace safety standards throughout assignments
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Our internal processes are designed to support compliance with applicable UK legislation, including:
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Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
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Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
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Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992
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Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations
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COSHH Regulations
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RIDDOR Reporting Requirements
Industries Covered
Our RAMS procedures support staffing operations across multiple sectors, including:
Healthcare & Care Support
We support healthcare environments with workers trained in safe working practices, infection prevention procedures, manual handling awareness, and safeguarding responsibilities.
Typical risks managed include:
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Infection control
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Slips, trips, and falls
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Manual handling
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Exposure to hazardous substances
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Workplace violence and aggression
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Lone working
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Cleaning Services
Our cleaning staff are briefed on safe chemical handling, COSHH awareness, PPE requirements, and safe cleaning procedures for commercial and residential environments.
Typical risks managed include:
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Chemical exposure
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Wet floors and slip hazards
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Incorrect PPE usage
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Electrical equipment safety
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Sharps or hazardous waste exposure
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Warehouse & Logistics
We support warehouse and logistics operations with workers aware of manual handling practices, lifting techniques, workplace vehicle awareness, and general warehouse safety protocols.
Typical risks managed include:
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Manual handling injuries
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Vehicle movements
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Falling objects
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Slips and trips
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Fatigue and repetitive strain injuries
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Hospitality & Catering
Our hospitality workers are expected to follow workplace hygiene procedures, food safety standards, and safe kitchen practices.
Typical risks managed include:
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Burns and scalds
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Knife handling injuries
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Slips in kitchen environments
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Food contamination risks
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Hot equipment hazards
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Security & Site Support
Security personnel supplied through our recruitment services are expected to follow client site safety procedures, incident escalation processes, and conflict management protocols.
Typical risks managed include:
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Aggressive behaviour
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Lone working
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Emergency response situations
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Physical confrontation risks
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Fatigue during long shifts
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Method Statements
Our Method Statements outline the safe systems of work expected during assignments and operational activities. These documents may include:
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Scope of work
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Worker responsibilities
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Site induction requirements
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PPE requirements
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Equipment usage procedures
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Emergency procedures
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Accident reporting protocols
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Supervisor responsibilities
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Environmental considerations
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Method Statements are reviewed regularly and may be adapted to meet specific client site requirements.
PPE Requirements
Depending on the assignment and work environment, workers may be required to use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including:
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High-visibility clothing
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Safety footwear
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Gloves
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Face masks
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Eye protection
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Protective aprons
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Hard hats
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Workers are instructed to use PPE correctly and report damaged or missing equipment immediately.
Training & Worker Responsibilities
All workers are expected to:
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Follow client site rules and safety instructions
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Report hazards immediately
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Use equipment safely
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Wear required PPE
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Report accidents, incidents, or near misses
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Participate in site inductions where required
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Maintain professional conduct at all times
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Additional training requirements may apply depending on the role and sector.
Incident Reporting
Any workplace accidents, unsafe conditions, near misses, or health & safety concerns should be reported immediately to site supervisors and the Clementine Recruitment London management team.
Incidents are documented and reviewed to help improve workplace safety standards and reduce future risks.
Site-Specific RAMS
Where required, site-specific Risk Assessments & Method Statements can be prepared in collaboration with clients prior to commencement of work.
This ensures:
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Role-specific hazards are identified
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Client safety procedures are understood
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Workers receive relevant briefings
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Appropriate control measures are implemented
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Contact Us
For further information regarding our Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS), compliance procedures, or workforce safety policies, please contact:
Clementine Recruitment London
Email: info@clementinerecruitmentlondon.com
Phone: +44 7428 738881
We remain committed to maintaining safe, compliant, and professional workforce solutions across all sectors we serve.
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