Alternatives to RAMS Software — UK Options
Choose a RAMS workflow that fits the way you work. You can adapt a template, get professional support or use a guided online builder. This Riskora-published guide explains the practical differences, with a free first PDF so you can see Riskora's output before choosing a paid plan.
UK (RAMS) example document — Two-Storey Rear Extension — 14 Birchwood Lane, Reading. Client: Mr & Mrs A. Whitfield (Private Client). Site: 14 Birchwood Lane, Reading, RG1 5JT. Scope: Construction of a two-storey rear extension (6.4m × 4.2m) to an existing semi-detached dwelling. Works comprise breaking out of existing rear elevation, trench-fill foundations to 1.0m, traditional cavity blockwork to first floor, pre-stressed concrete lintels, timber roof structure with natural slate finish, plus alterations to existing rear wall to form structural opening with rolled steel joist (RSJ 203×102 UB23). Works programmed over 9 weeks with a peak site team of 6 operatives. Hazards assessed: Manual handling — blocks, lintels, plasterboard, Working at height — independent scaffold & roof structure, Buried services strike during excavation, Collapse of excavation / trench wall, Hand-arm vibration (HAVS) — breaking out, drilling, Silica dust — cutting blocks, brick, concrete, Vehicle/pedestrian segregation — narrow domestic street.
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What are the best alternatives to RAMS software?
The main options are adapting a document template, commissioning competent professional support, or using an online template service such as HASpod. Riskora combines guided RAMS creation in minutes with PDF output and paid management features. Choose according to the work, your own expertise and how you need to review, issue and retain documents.
Can I create RAMS without software?
Yes. You can prepare a risk assessment and method statement yourself or obtain competent support. Organise the hazards, precautions, work sequence and responsibilities for the actual job. Riskora helps structure those details and generate a professional PDF in minutes.
What's the cheapest RAMS solution?
A free template may have no download charge, but check any editing-software or support costs. Riskora includes one lifetime safety document as a PDF free, with no card required. Starter is £29/month for 10 completed safety documents; compare the allowance and workflow features you need.
Individual Tool Breakdowns
Editable document templates
Start with an existing document structure and adapt the content to your job. This route gives you direct control over how the document is written and maintained.
Best for: People who want to manage the document structure and review process themselves.
Strengths
- Choose a structure that suits the work
- Control the content and formatting
- Keep files in your existing document system
Limitations
- Check the template's relevance and update it for each site
- Arrange your own review, distribution and revision records
- Check download terms and any editing-software costs
Competent professional support
Commission help with the risks and planning for your work, including document preparation where agreed. Define the scope, relevant expertise and expected deliverables before commissioning support.
Best for: Businesses needing expertise or capacity for unfamiliar or specialist work.
Strengths
- Bring relevant experience into the planning process
- Agree support for the particular job
- Combine professional input with your document workflow
Limitations
- Confirm qualifications, relevant experience and the scope of advice
- Obtain a price for your requirements and agree revision arrangements
- Keep your site information and responsibilities clear
HASpod Templates
An online document-template service with saved edits and branded PDF downloads. Its Documents Plan includes risk-assessment and method-statement templates.
Best for: Users who prefer selecting an existing template and adapting it online.
Strengths
- Online editing and saved changes
- Branded PDF downloads
- Documents Plan includes 10 users
Limitations
- Documents Plan is £799/year plus VAT; check additional-user charges
- Training is a separate membership offering
Riskora
Create a professional RAMS PDF in minutes with a guided builder, industry hazards and Safety QA. Add document sign-off, branding, reuse and coordinated team records as your workload grows.
Best for: Contractors and safety leads who want fast document creation with a clear path to managing repeat jobs and team workflows.
Strengths
- Guided safety-document creation in minutes
- Industry presets and editable hazards and controls
- Professional PDF output and Safety QA
- One lifetime safety document free, with no card required
- Starter: £29/month for 10 completed safety documents and competent-person sign-off
- Pro: branding, upload and rebuild, reuse and basic version history
- Team: projects, roles, briefings, QR sign-on and locked versions
- Business: organisation-wide audit trails and audit-ready packs
Limitations
- Choose the completed-document allowance and management features for your workload
- Tailor and review the document for the actual site and work
Common Questions Before Getting Started
Will this take long?
Under 5 minutes. Select your trade, pick hazards, download.
Is it complicated?
No training needed. The guided builder walks you through every step.
Do I need experience?
If you know what work you're doing, you can use Riskora.
Is it free to try?
Yes. The Free plan needs no card — generate, review and download one free PDF. Upgrade any time for branding, sign-off and higher limits.
Sources for this guide
Checked on 30 September 2026. Riskora publishes this guide; product descriptions follow the linked sources. Compare the live plan details when choosing your allowance and workflow features.
Why Teams Choose Riskora
Keep the speed of a guided builder and add the document controls your business needs. Riskora brings your job details, hazards, controls and work sequence into a professional RAMS PDF in minutes, with Safety QA supporting the review. Your first safety document is free, with no card required. Starter provides 10 completed safety documents/month for £29 and includes competent-person sign-off. Pro adds branding, upload and rebuild, document reuse and basic version history. Team adds projects, roles, crew briefings and locked versions; Business adds organisation-wide audit trails and audit-ready packs. If you already have RAMS, Pro and higher plans can help you upload and rebuild them. Keep the original issued records and check the rebuilt document against your current job before issuing it.
All documents should be reviewed by a competent person before use on site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I import my existing RAMS into Riskora?
Pro and higher plans include upload and rebuild for existing RAMS. Use the rebuilt document as the starting point for your current job, then review and refine it before downloading the PDF. Keep the original document and any associated approval or briefing records you need to retain.
Is there a free alternative to RAMS software?
Yes. You can use a free template, or create one lifetime safety document with Riskora and download the PDF free, with no card required. The free document lets you experience the guided workflow and output. Upgrade when you need more documents or paid management features.
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Final RAMS must be reviewed and approved by a competent person before use.
Riskora is an assistive document preparation tool. All documents generated must be reviewed, verified, and approved by a competent person before use on site. Riskora does not replace professional safety judgment, and no output should be treated as a legal compliance guarantee.