Method statements are a cornerstone of safe, organised, and compliant construction work. They outline how specific tasks will be carried out, who is responsible, what equipment will be used, and what safety measures are required to control risks.
At Majestic Construction, we treat method statements as more than a formality — they are living documents that drive safe and efficient delivery across every site we manage.
A method statement is a written plan that details how a particular construction activity will be executed. It works hand in hand with risk assessments (RAMS), describing the step-by-step process and the controls in place to protect workers and others nearby.
A good method statement should include:
– A clear description of the task.
– Identified risks and control measures.
– Equipment, materials, and PPE requirements.
– The sequence of work and supervision arrangements.
– Emergency procedures and contact details.
When properly written and understood, method statements make complex activities clear and manageable.
Method statements ensure consistency, control, and communication. They help everyone on site understand their role and the standards expected of them. Without them, tasks can quickly become uncoordinated and unsafe.
They are essential for:
– Meeting legal and client requirements under CDM 2015.
– Supporting CHAS, SafeContractor, and ISO accreditation compliance.
– Reducing risk and improving coordination between trades.
– Demonstrating due diligence in the event of an inspection or incident.
Even experienced teams can fall into the trap of poor method statement practice. Common errors include:
– Copy-and-paste templates with no site-specific detail.
– Documents that aren’t briefed or understood by operatives.
– Missing review or sign-off by competent supervisors.
– No updates after changes in scope or conditions.
A method statement is only as good as the process behind it. It must be tailored, briefed, and lived on site.
At Majestic Construction, our site teams produce, review, and communicate method statements as part of our core management process. We ensure they are practical, relevant, and aligned with client expectations.
Our approach includes:
– Early planning of RAMS during the pre-construction phase.
– Detailed consultation with trade supervisors and operatives.
– Visual briefings and toolbox talks for clarity.
– Regular review and updating as works progress.
– Integration with our audit and inspection systems.
We make sure that every person carrying out a task knows exactly how to do it safely and efficiently.
During a façade remediation project in Leeds, our method statement for high-level works included detailed lifting procedures, exclusion zones, and weather monitoring. This ensured safe crane operations across several elevations, completed with zero incidents and on schedule.
The clarity of our method statements helped the entire project team deliver with confidence.
Why This Matters
Clear, accurate method statements protect your people, your programme, and your reputation. They show clients, regulators, and insurers that your business takes safety and quality seriously — and that every task is properly controlled.
How Majestic Construction Can Help
Majestic Construction provides method statement support for clients, contractors, and project teams across the M62 corridor, including:
– Task-specific RAMS creation and review.
– Method statement templates tailored to your scope.
– Principal Contractor and site management services.
– Training and briefings to embed best practice.
We combine experience, practicality, and compliance to deliver method statements that work in the real world.
Call 01484 426302 or email lee@majesticconstruction.co.uk to discuss your RAMS and project management needs.
Majestic Construction – Planning, protecting, and performing with purpose.
