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Heating RAMS

Heating installation combines plumbing, electrical, and potentially gas work. This RAMS template covers the comprehensive safety requirements for heating projects.

This guide aligns with HSE guidance and CDM Regulations 2015.

7 hazards covered6 control measures3 PPE items

Heating RAMS summary

  • 1Most common hazards: Gas safety (if applicable), Hot surfaces and scalding, Electrical work
  • 2Key controls: Gas Safe registered engineer, System isolation procedures
  • 3Required PPE: Safety boots, Work gloves, Safety glasses
  • 4Use our template to create a Heating RAMS in under 5 minutes

Professional RAMS for heating system installation. Covers boiler work, radiator fitting, and gas safety requirements. 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 heating work. Your specific job may have additional hazards depending on the site and scope of work.

1

Gas safety (if applicable)

2

Hot surfaces and scalding

3

Electrical work

4

Manual handling

5

Working at height (some systems)

6

Water damage

7

Carbon monoxide risk

Control measures

Standard control measures for heating projects. These should be adapted to your specific site conditions and requirements.

Gas Safe registered engineer

System isolation procedures

Pressure testing

Flue gas analysis

Ventilation checks

CO detector installation

PPE requirements

Personal Protective Equipment typically required for heating work.

Safety bootsWork glovesSafety glasses

Frequently asked questions