The Pro Site Docs Blog

When you need a permit, the main permit types, who signs them and how the permit register works.

The hierarchy of controls, ladder rules, inspection duties and the paperwork sites expect.

Who can inspect a scaffold, when it's legally required and what the report must record.

Everything a compliant site induction covers, plus the records to keep for every operative.

What counts as temporary works, the TWC role, design checks and the register you need.

How many first aiders you need, what the kit must include and RIDDOR reporting basics.

A plain-English guide to RAMS for UK contractors — what it is, what goes in one, and when you need it under CDM 2015.

RAMS vs method statement explained for UK contractors — how they differ, how they fit together, and which you need.

A simple guide to CDM 2015 duties for subcontractors — what the regulations require and the documents you need.

The documents UK contractors need before starting on site — RAMS, inductions, permits, insurance and more.

Step-by-step guide to writing a clear, compliant method statement for UK construction, with a worked example.

When RAMS are required on home projects and how to stay compliant.

What documents a sole trader needs, when, and how to produce them fast.

Who is responsible for the CPP under CDM 2015 and what goes in it.

How to assess and control hazardous substances on a UK site.

Frequency, topics and recording for effective toolbox talks.

CDM 2015 explained in plain English for small contractors and sole traders — your duties, the paperwork you need, and the construction phase plan.

How to write a RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statement) that passes on site — what goes in each part and the mistakes that get RAMS rejected.

Method statement vs risk assessment explained — what each document does, how they differ, and why UK sites usually need both as a RAMS.

What a COSHH assessment is, when you need one, and how to carry one out — including the silica dust risk that gets overlooked on UK sites.