Complete RAMS template for bathroom renovation projects. Covers plumbing, tiling, electrical work in wet areas, and asbestos awareness. This guide covers the key hazards, control measures, and PPE requirements you need to include in your Risk Assessment and Method Statement.
Typical hazards
These are the common hazards identified in bathroom refurbishment work. Your specific job may have additional hazards depending on the site and scope of work.
Electrical work in wet areas
Plumbing and water damage risks
Working in confined spaces
Manual handling of sanitaryware
Slippery surfaces
Dust from tile cutting
Potential asbestos in older properties
Control measures
Standard control measures for bathroom refurbishment projects. These should be adapted to your specific site conditions and requirements.
RCD protection for all electrical tools
Water and electrical isolation
Adequate ventilation
Non-slip footwear
Wet vacuum for water management
Dust extraction for tile cutting
Asbestos survey for pre-1990 buildings
PPE requirements
Personal Protective Equipment typically required for bathroom refurbishment work.