CLIENT:  Lancaster Diocese / Our Lady’s Catholic High School, Fulwood

JYM SERVICES:  PM, BS, Arch, PD

JYM were appointed initially to provide design and project management service for complete roof structure replacement to the Pastoral Care part of the school. The purpose of the project was to remove the risk of premature failure of a lightweight Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) roof structure assessed to be in poor condition.

Working with the wider design team we formulated a suitable roof design considering the health and safety risks associated with this type of work and also the significant extent of mechanical services located below the roof.

On commencement of the project site works, DfE guidance changed significantly meaning RAAC within other areas of the school also had to be remediated quickly to avoid school closure.

We worked with the school leadership team, design team and appointed principal contractor to facilitate and manage additional urgent remedial works (alongside the main project) to alleviate downtime for school and minimise risks to staff and pupil health and safety.

The project was completed successfully during term time with little or no loss to pupil learning time.