RAMS, CPP & Site Documents for Window Fitters
Window fitting means working at height, handling heavy glass, and removing old frames that may contain lead paint or asbestos. Your RAMS need to cover all of it.
No card needed · Used by UK window fitters · CDM 2015 compliant
Built for Window Fitters
Real work, real hazards. Here are examples of what The Site Book creates RAMS for:
Domestic window replacements
UPVC and aluminium window replacement — covers removal of old frames (potential lead paint/asbestos putty), glass handling, and working at height for upper storeys.
Door installations
Composite, UPVC, and aluminium doors — covers manual handling of heavy door units, structural lintel assessment, and security considerations during installation.
Commercial curtain walling and shopfronts
Aluminium curtain walling, structural glazing, and shopfront systems — covers working at height, crane lifts for large panels, and manual handling of heavy glass units.
Roof windows and skylights
Velux and similar roof window installations — covers working at height on roof slopes, cutting through roof structure, and weatherproofing during installation.
What You Get
Job-specific RAMS
Describe your job and get professional risk assessments covering glass handling 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 window fitter substances like expanding pu foam (isocyanate exposure) and frame sealant.
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 window fitters face on site every day. Your RAMS will address each one with specific control measures.
- Glass handling injuries — cuts and lacerations from handling glass panels, and crush injuries from heavy sealed units (double/triple glazing can weigh 40kg+ per panel)
- Working at height — upper-storey window installation from ladders, scaffolding, or MEWP access
- Manual handling of heavy window and door units — composite doors weigh 60-80kg, large window units are awkward and heavy
- Lead paint and asbestos putty in older properties — pre-1960s windows may have lead paint, and old glazing putty can contain asbestos
- Falling objects — old window frames, glass panels, and tools dropped from height during removal and installation
- Silicone sealant and expanding foam fume in confined spaces — particularly during internal sealing and finishing
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need RAMS as a window fitter?
- Yes. Window installation involves working at height, manual handling of heavy and awkward units, glass handling risks, and potential asbestos and lead paint exposure when removing old frames. Under CDM 2015, these risks must be assessed for each job. Principal contractors, commercial clients, and increasingly domestic clients expect RAMS.
- How long does it take to create RAMS for window fitting?
- Under 5 minutes with The Site Book. Describe the job — for example, 'replace 8 windows and 2 doors on a 1950s semi-detached, scaffold access to first floor' — and the AI generates RAMS covering glass handling, working at height, lead paint risk in older properties, and manual handling of window units.
- Does The Site Book cover lead paint and asbestos in old windows?
- Yes. The Site Book generates RAMS that flag lead paint risk in pre-1960s buildings and asbestos in old glazing putty. It references the Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002 and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 where relevant, including control measures for safe removal, RPE requirements, and disposal procedures.
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.