Each Work Method Statement must be written using a particular format. It you have a uniform configuration and layout for each Work method Statement it is much easier for your workers to retrieve the information in a timely manner and in the order that it should be followed.

The essential way that a Work Method Statement should be laid out is as follows:

• Personal Protective Equipment
• Safety Notes
• Risk Assessment
• Planning
• Preparation
• Pre-start checks
• Operation
• Completion
• Maintenance