Create excavation RAMS with hazards for trench collapse, underground services, and groundwater. Structured documents ready for site.
Frequently asked questions
- What hazards should excavation RAMS cover?
- Excavation RAMS should address trench collapse, underground services (gas, electric, water, telecoms), ground conditions, groundwater, plant operations near excavations, edge protection, and access/egress arrangements.
- When do I need shoring in an excavation?
- Any excavation deeper than 1.2 metres generally requires some form of support. However, ground conditions may require support at shallower depths. Your RAMS should specify the support method based on your site-specific ground investigation.
- How does Riskora handle service detection?
- Riskora includes pre-built method steps for service detection using CAT and Genny equipment, trial holes, and service plan reviews. These are automatically suggested when you select excavation as your work type.
- Do I need separate RAMS for each excavation phase?
- If different phases involve significantly different risks or methods — for example, shallow trenching versus deep basement excavation — separate RAMS ensure each phase is properly documented.