RAMS, CPP & Site Documents for Joiners
Workshop and site hazards are different beasts. Get RAMS that cover both — from machinery guarding in the shop to installation work on site.
No card needed · Used by UK joiners · CDM 2015 compliant
Built for Joiners
Real work, real hazards. Here are examples of what The Site Book creates RAMS for:
Bespoke window and door fitting
Removal of existing frames, installation of hardwood or composite units — covers manual handling of heavy frames, glass handling, and working at height for upper-storey installations.
Fitted furniture installation
Kitchen units, wardrobes, shelving systems — covers power tool use in confined spaces, dust control, and manual handling of heavy carcasses.
Timber frame erection
Panel and post-and-beam timber frames, SIPs installation — covers crane operations, working at height, and temporary bracing of frames before permanent fixing.
Heritage and restoration joinery
Like-for-like repairs in listed buildings, sash window restoration — covers lead paint removal, asbestos in older buildings, and dust control in occupied properties.
What You Get
Job-specific RAMS
Describe your job and get professional risk assessments covering woodworking machinery injuries and other trade-specific hazards.
Construction Phase Plans
CDM 2015 compliant CPPs created from your job description. Covers management arrangements, risk control, welfare, and emergency procedures.
COSHH Assessments
Smart substance search and SDS upload. Pre-loaded with common joiner substances like two-part epoxy resin (e.g. west system, rothoblaas).
Site Inductions
Digital induction sign-offs for every worker on site. Linked to your CPP and site rules. Works on any phone or tablet.
Worker & subcontractor tracking
Track certifications, insurance, and CSCS cards. Get alerts before documents expire. One view for all your workers.
Digital document sharing
Share your full document pack with clients, principal contractors, or inspectors via a secure read-only link. No login needed on their end.
Common Hazards We Cover
These are the real risks joiners face on site every day. Your RAMS will address each one with specific control measures.
- Woodworking machinery injuries — spindle moulders, table saws, planer thicknessers, and CNC routers
- Wood dust exposure — hardwood dust is a Group 1 carcinogen (IARC), and MDF dust contains formaldehyde
- Adhesive and resin fume exposure — two-part epoxy resins, PU adhesives, and contact adhesives in enclosed spaces
- Manual handling of heavy finished joinery items — frames, staircases, and worktops
- Noise exposure from sustained machinery use in workshop environments
- Working at height during installation of windows, fascia boards, and upper-floor joinery
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need RAMS as a joiner?
- Yes. Whether you work in a workshop or on site, RAMS are required under CDM 2015. Workshop RAMS should cover machinery guarding, dust extraction, and noise exposure. Site RAMS should cover installation hazards — working at height, manual handling, power tools, and any hazardous substances used during fitting. Principal contractors expect both.
- How long does it take to create RAMS for joinery work?
- Under 5 minutes with The Site Book. Describe the work — for example, 'install bespoke hardwood windows on a 3-storey Victorian terrace' — and the AI generates RAMS covering manual handling, working at height, lead paint exposure in older buildings, and all relevant control measures.
- Does The Site Book cover workshop machinery safety?
- Yes. The Site Book generates RAMS that reference PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) and the Safe Use of Woodworking Machinery ACoP. It covers machine guarding, training requirements, dust extraction, and emergency stop procedures for common joinery machinery.
Ready to stop writing RAMS by hand?
Describe your job, get professional RAMS, CPP, and COSHH assessments in minutes. Free trial — no credit card required.