Education project
Fire Safety & Electrical Infrastructure Improvements
Pritchard Group is delivering a comprehensive programme of fire safety and electrical infrastructure improvements at a primary school in Hertfordshire.
- Location
- Hertfordshire
- Sector
- Education
- Status
- In progress
- Project type
- Electrical Infrastructure & Fire Safety Upgrades
Project overview
The project involves the replacement and modernisation of ageing electrical infrastructure, alongside significant upgrades to fire detection, emergency lighting and associated safety systems.
Working within an operational educational environment, careful planning and coordination are central to the project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption to the school.
Project delivery
The works are being coordinated through a structured programme, with particular consideration given to safeguarding, site logistics and maintaining the school’s daily operations.
Our approach includes phased working, planned electrical shutdowns and out-of-hours activities where required, supported by project management, health and safety procedures and quality assurance throughout delivery.
Scope of works
- Replacement of existing electrical distribution infrastructure, including new MCCB panels and distribution boards
- Installation of new submain cabling and containment systems
- Replacement of general lighting with energy-efficient LED luminaires
- Installation of new emergency and external lighting
- Installation of new small power & dado trunking
- Installation of a new site-wide addressable Category L2 fire alarm system
- Installation of a new school lockdown system integrated with the fire alarm
- Installation of disabled WC alarm systems and induction hearing loops
- Associated builders’ works and making good
Project progress
Currently in progress
Further project photographs and updates will be added as the works progress, with a completed case study published following handover.
Contact us
Whether you’re planning an upcoming refurbishment, preparing a tender or seeking an experienced principal contractor, our team would welcome the opportunity to discuss your requirements.