Case Study: Fire Compliance Upgrades at Wallington County Grammar School
Project Overview
Wallington County Grammar School required a comprehensive upgrade to its fire compliance infrastructure across the entire site. Our team led the fire safety improvements, focusing on replacing non-compliant elements and working towards the building complying with modern fire regulations.
- Location: Sutton, London
- Client: Wallington County Grammar School
- Sector: Education
- Project Duration: July 2024 – August 2025
- Services Provided: Specification Writing, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, and Contract Administration
Our Role / Services Provided
We provided end-to-end consultancy services including:
- Project scoping and planning
- Specification of compliant fire-rated systems
- Tender management and contractor liaison
- CIF Bid preparation and submission alongside client.
- Pre-start meeting and contract award
- On-site quality monitoring and reporting
- Contract administration and Employers Agent duties.
- Snagging and Compliance sign-off
Scope of Works Completed
- Replacement of 102 fire doors with certified FD30 and FD60 rated units
- Replacement of 714m² of non-fire-rated ceilings with compliant fire-rated ceiling systems
- Replacement of 21m2 of non fire rated glazed screens with 30min fire rated safety glass
- Fire stopping and compartmentation works to improve fire protection
- Installation of new fire exit doors to ensure compliant and safe egress routes
- Upgrade of the fire alarm detection system to L2 standard
- Installation of additional emergency lighting
- Installation of new fire exit signage throughout the premises
- Installation of contrast noising
Results & Outcomes
- Project completed on schedule and within budget without disruption to running of the school.
- Full compliance with fire safety regulations achieved
- Significant improvement to life safety standards across the school estate
- Positive feedback from the school’s senior leadership and governing body