Professional RAMS for flooring installation including carpet, vinyl, wood, and tile. Covers adhesives, dust, and manual handling. This guide covers the key hazards, control measures, and PPE requirements you need to include in your Risk Assessment and Method Statement.
Typical hazards
These are the common hazards identified in flooring work. Your specific job may have additional hazards depending on the site and scope of work.
Adhesive fumes (COSHH)
Kneeling and repetitive strain
Dust from cutting
Manual handling of materials
Sharp tools
Slips and trips
Noise from equipment
Control measures
Standard control measures for flooring projects. These should be adapted to your specific site conditions and requirements.
COSHH assessments for adhesives
Adequate ventilation
Knee pad use
Dust extraction for cutting
Safe tool handling
Clear workspace
PPE requirements
Personal Protective Equipment typically required for flooring work.