Guide
Domestic RAMS
Risk Assessment and Method Statements for residential and domestic work. Whether you're fitting a kitchen, renovating a bathroom, or carrying out general home improvements.
Aligned with HSE guidance for work in occupied domestic premises.
Domestic RAMS summary
- 1RAMS are required when working for letting agents, housing associations, or management companies
- 2Key hazards: working in occupied spaces, asbestos awareness, dust control, protecting belongings
- 3Focus on minimising disruption while maintaining safety standards
- 4Often simpler than commercial RAMS but still essential for professional contractors
When do you need RAMS for domestic work?
RAMS typically required
- Work for letting agents or property managers
- Housing association properties
- Insurance-backed work
- Asbestos-containing materials present
- Work involving significant hazards
- Part of a larger renovation project
RAMS recommended but optional
- Direct private clients (homeowners)
- Small repair or maintenance jobs
- Low-risk work like decorating
- Work where client doesn't require documentation
Common hazards in domestic work
Working in occupied premises
Presence of vulnerable occupants
Asbestos in older properties
Dust and debris near belongings
Access restrictions in small spaces
Electrical isolation requirements
Water supply isolation
Manual handling of materials
Working at height on stairs/landings
RAMS templates for domestic work
These templates are commonly used for residential projects. Each includes hazards specific to working in domestic environments.