Generate a UK-structured RAMS for dry lining — metal stud partitions, plasterboard, tape and joint. Covers gypsum dust, manual handling of large boards, working at height and silica from sanding compound.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I really need on-tool extraction for sanding?
- Yes for any non-trivial sanding operation. HSG258 requires sanding dust to be controlled at source — that means on-tool extraction (M-class or H-class vacuum) or wet sanding. Dry sanding without extraction will exceed gypsum and silica WELs in minutes.
- How does Riskora handle fire-rated and acoustic boards?
- There's a separate manual-handling line for fire-rated and acoustic boards because they're significantly heavier (often 35kg+ for 15mm fire board). The two-person lift requirement and mechanical-aid options are recorded specifically.
- What about the metal stud cutting?
- Cutting metal stud generates eye and hand-injury risk plus noise. The RAMS records the use of nibblers / shears in preference to angle grinders, eye and hand PPE, and noise-zone controls if power tools are used in confined spaces.
- Will this be accepted on a Tier 1 fit-out?
- Yes. The format matches what the major fit-out contractors and Tier 1 reviewers expect. Site-specific dust-extraction policy and any project-specific PPE rules can be added before submission.