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2026 comparison guide

Best Construction Compliance Software UK (2026)

Who does RAMS only vs full compliance? We compare the leading options so you can find the right fit for your business.

More than just RAMS

If you need more than just RAMS — a full construction compliance system covering CDM 2015 from CPP to site diary — here is how the options compare.

Most RAMS tools do one thing well: help you produce risk assessments and method statements. But CDM 2015 demands a lot more than that. You need a Construction Phase Plan, COSHH assessments, site inductions, emergency procedures, and a way to track worker competency — before you even think about site diaries, permits, and incident logs.

We have compared four platforms across the full range of construction compliance features to help you find the right tool for your needs and budget.

Coverage comparison

Which platform covers what — at a glance.

Feature
The Site Book
HandsHQ
Evalu-8
RAMS Pro
RAMS
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
CPP
Yes
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
COSHH
Yes
Yes
Yes
❌ No
Site Inductions
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
❌ No
Emergency Plans
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
❌ No
F10 Notification
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
❌ No
Worker Cert Tracking
Yes
❌ No
Yes
❌ No
Incident Log
Yes
❌ No
Yes
❌ No
Permits to Work
Yes
❌ No
Yes
❌ No
Site Diary
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
❌ No
Subcontractor Tracking
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
❌ No
Document Quality AI
Yes
❌ No
❌ No
❌ No
Toolbox Talks
Yes
❌ No
Yes
❌ No

Pricing comparison

What you pay — and what you get for it.

The Site Book

Best value

£39/mo

Full CDM suite. Job-specific documents. Free tier available.

Best for:

Sole traders and small builders who need everything in one place.

HandsHQ

Enterprise

RAMS + CPP. Template library. Enterprise-grade.

Best for:

Mid-large contractors with dedicated H&S teams.

Evalu-8

£295/mo

Broader H&S management. Not construction-specific.

Best for:

Companies needing enterprise H&S management.

RAMS Pro

£15/seat/mo

RAMS only. Template library.

Best for:

Teams that only need RAMS documents.

The bottom line

If you need more than just RAMS, The Site Book is the only platform that gives you the full CDM compliance suite — from RAMS and CPP to site diary and worker tracking — for one flat price, with AI doing the heavy lifting.

See a sample RAMS created by The Site Book →

HandsHQ is a strong choice for larger contractors who need enterprise-grade RAMS and CPP with team collaboration. Evalu-8 makes sense if you need broader health and safety management beyond construction. And RAMS Pro is a focused, affordable option if RAMS documents are genuinely all you need.

The best way to find out is to try. The Site Book has a free tier with no credit card required, so you can create your first documents and see if it fits before spending anything.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best construction compliance software UK?

For small builders and sole traders, The Site Book offers the most complete CDM compliance suite at the best price. It covers RAMS, CPP, COSHH, site inductions, emergency plans, F10 notifications, worker tracking, site diary, permits to work, and more — all from £39 per month with the heavy lifting done for you. For mid-to-large contractors with dedicated H&S teams, HandsHQ offers enterprise-grade RAMS and CPP. For companies needing broader health and safety management beyond construction, Evalu-8 is worth considering.

Do I need more than just RAMS software?

If you are doing construction work in the UK, CDM 2015 requires more than just RAMS. You need a Construction Phase Plan, site inductions, emergency procedures, welfare arrangements, and a way to track worker competency. Using a single platform that covers the full compliance suite saves time, keeps your documents consistent, and means you are not juggling multiple tools and subscriptions.

What does CDM 2015 require?

CDM 2015 requires a Construction Phase Plan for every project, risk assessments, method statements, site inductions, welfare arrangements, and emergency procedures. Depending on the project, you may also need an F10 notification to the HSE, COSHH assessments for hazardous substances, permits to work for high-risk activities, and records of worker competency. The Site Book covers all of these in one platform.

See also

Best RAMS Software UK

RAMS-focused comparison.

vs HandsHQ

Enterprise vs small builder.

vs Evalu-8

Construction vs general H&S.

The full CDM suite. Try it free.

RAMS, CPP, COSHH, site inductions, emergency plans, worker tracking, site diary, permits — all in one place. No demo required. Free tier available.

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