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RAMS
Risk assessment software guide for contractors
Review risk assessment software for contractor RAMS, hazards, controls, PPE, residual risk, approvals, signatures and evidence trails.
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13 July 2026
Published 30 June 2026
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Risk Assessment Software
What risk assessment software should make easier
Risk assessment software should help contractors identify hazards, choose controls, record residual risk and prove that the assessment was reviewed before work started. The value comes from repeatable records and clear evidence, not just another form.
Core fields to control
- Task, location, trade and people affected
- Hazards, harm routes and existing controls
- Additional controls, PPE, supervision and permits
- Initial and residual risk rating
- Assessor, reviewer, approval status and review date
- Briefing, signature and revision evidence
When to review risk records
Risk assessments should be reviewed when the work scope changes, site conditions change, new equipment is introduced, an incident occurs or the original controls are no longer practical. Review is also useful when a client rejects a RAMS pack or a supervisor raises a site concern.
The strongest workflow records the reason for review, the updated controls, the reviewer and whether affected workers were re-briefed.
Link risk assessments to live work
Risk assessments should connect to method statements, COSHH assessments, POWRA checks, toolbox talks and site records. That connection makes it easier to review controls when the task, site or team changes.
Zektrx supports Risk Assessment Software, Construction Risk Assessment Software, RAMS Software and review workflows for contractor teams.
Next step
Use the Construction Risk Assessment Template Guide or read RAMS Guide: What to Check Before Work Starts.
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Knowledge Journey
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1. Learn
GuideRAMS
RAMS app guide for site and office teams
A RAMS app guide for contractors creating, reviewing, issuing, signing and storing RAMS records across office and site workflows.
GuideRAMS
Risk assessment method statement app guide
Review what a risk assessment method statement app should manage, from RAMS drafting to approvals, signatures, revisions and site evidence.
GuideRAMS
Best RAMS software features contractors should look for
A practical buyer guide to RAMS software features including templates, reviews, signatures, revisions, evidence and reporting.
2. Use
CalculatorHealth & Safety
HAVS Calculator
Estimate hand-arm vibration A(8) exposure from vibration magnitude and trigger time. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Ladder Angle Calculator
Check ladder angle and vertical reach using ladder length and wall distance. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Manual Handling Calculator
Create a simple manual handling risk score from load, frequency, distance and twisting. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
3. Automate
Featurerams
RAMS Software
Create, review and manage RAMS, method statements, signatures and evidence.
Featurerams
RAMS Generator
Generate task-ready RAMS from reusable templates and project context.
Featurerisk assessment
Risk Assessment Software
Build controlled risk assessments with owners, review dates and linked evidence.
4. Start
Create a risk assessment in Zektrx.
Turn hazards, controls, owners, reviews and evidence into a controlled risk assessment workflow.
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GuideRAMS
RAMS app guide for site and office teams
A RAMS app guide for contractors creating, reviewing, issuing, signing and storing RAMS records across office and site workflows.
GuideRAMS
Risk assessment method statement app guide
Review what a risk assessment method statement app should manage, from RAMS drafting to approvals, signatures, revisions and site evidence.
GuideRAMS
Best RAMS software features contractors should look for
A practical buyer guide to RAMS software features including templates, reviews, signatures, revisions, evidence and reporting.
Related Calculators
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CalculatorHealth & Safety
HAVS Calculator
Estimate hand-arm vibration A(8) exposure from vibration magnitude and trigger time. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Ladder Angle Calculator
Check ladder angle and vertical reach using ladder length and wall distance. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
CalculatorHealth & Safety
Manual Handling Calculator
Create a simple manual handling risk score from load, frequency, distance and twisting. Free online tool for UK construction and trade teams.
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TemplateRAMS
RAMS Template
A controlled structure for task hazards, method statement steps, controls, signatures and review evidence.
TemplateRisk Assessments
Construction Risk Assessment Template
Identify hazards, people at risk, existing controls, further actions and review dates. Free, editable construction template from Zektrx.
TemplateMethod Statements
Method Statement Template
Plan the safe sequence of work, people, plant, materials, controls and hold points. Free, editable construction template from Zektrx.
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Featurerams
RAMS Software
Create, review and manage RAMS, method statements, signatures and evidence.
Featurerams
RAMS Generator
Generate task-ready RAMS from reusable templates and project context.
Featurerisk assessment
Risk Assessment Software
Build controlled risk assessments with owners, review dates and linked evidence.
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Mechanical contractor RAMS, permits, plant records, drawings, inspections and handover workflows. One platform for documents, evidence and compliance.
Industryroofing
Roofing Contractors Software
Roofing contractor RAMS, work-at-height controls, permits, photos, site records and client evidence.
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Related FAQs
Can this become an editable Zektrx workflow?
Yes. Create a free Zektrx account to turn the printable structure into reusable RAMS records.
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Should RAMS be reviewed for every project?
Yes. Review RAMS against the actual site, task, people, equipment and controls.
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Can paper RAMS be moved into Zektrx?
Yes. Existing RAMS documents can be used as the starting point for structured digital workflows.
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Do workers still need to sign RAMS?
Yes, but the acceptance evidence can be connected to the correct digital version.
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FAQ
Questions about this resource.
Who should use this rams resource?
This resource is for contractor, site, compliance and operations teams reviewing risk assessment software guide for contractors and deciding which records should become controlled workflows.
Can this be managed in Zektrx?
Yes. Zektrx is designed to turn recurring construction checklists, documents, actions, signatures and evidence into connected workflows.
Is this a replacement for competent professional advice?
No. Use this as practical workflow guidance and keep competent legal, safety, engineering or site-specific review where required.