BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//National Alliance of School Premises Management - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:National Alliance of School Premises Management X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://naspm.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for National Alliance of School Premises Management REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T125720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T125720Z UID:10000378-1776096000-1776099600@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Your Defence Starts Today – Accident Management – SBM DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/your-defence-starts-today-accident-management-sbm/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accident Management ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Accident-Management.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T130400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T130400Z UID:10000379-1776160800-1776164400@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Fire Warden DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/fire-warden-5/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fire ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/bigstock-Safety-Reflective-Vest-With-La-451429317.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T130749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T130749Z UID:10000380-1776247200-1776250800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Asbestos Awareness DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/asbestos-awareness-5/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Asbestos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Asbestos-Warning-Triangle.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T131506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T115317Z UID:10000381-1776358800-1776362400@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:How to Complete Stress Risk Assessments DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/health-and-safety-management-school-governor-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Stress ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Stress.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T145640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T145640Z UID:10000387-1776441600-1776445200@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Health and Safety for EYFS DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/health-and-safety-for-eyfs-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health & Safety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Safety-First.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260420T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T151914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T151914Z UID:10000388-1776679200-1776682800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/coshh-control-of-substances-hazardous-to-health-6/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:COSHH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Chemicals-pic-for-COSHH.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T152208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T152208Z UID:10000389-1776790800-1776794400@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:School Fire Safety Management – School Governor DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/school-fire-safety-management-school-governor-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fire ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/bigstock-fire-extinguisher-sign-16271507.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T142824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T142824Z UID:10000382-1776852000-1776855600@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Asbestos Management SBM DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/asbestos-management-sbm/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Asbestos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Asbestos-Pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250811T134659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T144620Z UID:10000350-1776938400-1776942000@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Working at Height Risk Assessment DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/working-at-height-risk-assessment-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Working at Height ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Working-at-Height.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T143457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T144804Z UID:10000384-1777046400-1777050000@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Your Defence Starts Today – Accident Management – Headteacher DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/your-defence-starts-today-accident-management-headteacher-4/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accident Management ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/bigstock-Accident-Word-Made-With-Wooden-386651062.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T143858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T143858Z UID:10000385-1777305600-1777309200@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Senior Leadership Team Health and Safety Awareness DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/senior-leadership-team-health-and-safety-awareness-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health & Safety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Safety-First-Work-Safely-pic-BigStock.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250812T144316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T144316Z UID:10000386-1777370400-1777374000@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Legionella Awareness DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/legionella-awareness-6/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Legionella ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Legionella.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20260212T114018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T142231Z UID:10000437-1777507200-1777593599@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Cornwall School Business Managers Conference DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/cornwall-school-business-managers-conference/ LOCATION:The Tregothnan Hall\, Pavilion Centre - Royal Cornwall Show\, Wadebridge\, PL27 7JE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:External Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1762533059370.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260505T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T064745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T064745Z UID:10000390-1777975200-1777978800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Legionella Awareness for SBM DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/legionella-awareness-for-sbm-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Legionella ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Legionella-Test-Tubes.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T065007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T065007Z UID:10000391-1778083200-1778086800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/coshh-control-of-substances-hazardous-to-health-7/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:COSHH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Chemicals-pic-for-COSHH.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260508 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20260213T104059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T142333Z UID:10000439-1778112000-1778198399@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Schools & Academies Show DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/schools-academies-show/ LOCATION:Excel London CATEGORIES:External Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1763547599357.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T065321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T065321Z UID:10000392-1778169600-1778173200@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Asbestos Awareness DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/asbestos-awareness-6/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Asbestos ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Asbestos-Warning-Triangle.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260508T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T065622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T065622Z UID:10000393-1778234400-1778238000@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Working at Height Risk Assessment DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/working-at-height-risk-assessment-5/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Working at Height ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Working-at-Height.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T065918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T065918Z UID:10000394-1778493600-1778497200@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Manual Handling Risk Assessment DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/manual-handling-risk-assessment-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Manual Handling ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Manual-Handling.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T103413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T103413Z UID:10000403-1778601600-1778605200@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Headteacher Health and Safety DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/headteacher-health-and-safety-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health & Safety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Health-and-Safety-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T071228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T120546Z UID:10000395-1778688000-1778691600@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:How to Complete Stress Risk Assessments DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/school-compliance-and-assurance-management-school-governor-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Stress ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Stress.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T071505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T071505Z UID:10000396-1778752800-1778756400@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Accident Investigation for SBM DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/accident-investigation-for-sbm/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accident Investigation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Accident-Investigation-Pic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260515T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T101011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T101011Z UID:10000397-1778839200-1778842800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Health and Safety for Premises Staff DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/health-and-safety-for-premises-staff-4/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health & Safety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Health-and-Safety.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T101324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T131245Z UID:10000398-1779098400-1779102000@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Legionella Awareness DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/legionella-awareness-7/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Legionella ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Legionella.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T101555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T101555Z UID:10000399-1779184800-1779188400@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Managing Contractors DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/managing-contractors-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Managing Contractors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Contractors.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260521 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20260310T111519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T111651Z UID:10000441-1779235200-1779321599@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Effective School Estate Management Conference DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/effective-school-estate-management-conference/ LOCATION:44 Hallam Street\, 44 Hallam Street\, W1\, Cavendish Venues\, London CATEGORIES:External Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/expert-guidance-NASPM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T102110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T102110Z UID:10000400-1779271200-1779274800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:SBM Refresher Health and Safety Compliance DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/sbm-refresher-health-and-safety-compliance-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Health & Safety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Health-and-Safety-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T102339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T102339Z UID:10000401-1779382800-1779386400@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Understanding the CDM 2015 Requirements and Duty Holder Roles – School Governor DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/understanding-the-cdm-2015-requirements-and-duty-holder-roles-school-governor-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:CDM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CDM-Management.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T102640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T102640Z UID:10000402-1779469200-1779472800@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Responsible Person Duties – RRFSO 2005 Legal Requirements for Headteacher Fire Safety Management DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/responsible-person-duties-rrfso-2005-legal-requirements-for-headteacher-fire-safety-management-3/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Fire ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/School-Fire-Safet-Management-School-Governor.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T223018 CREATED:20250813T130106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T130106Z UID:10000404-1780308000-1780311600@naspm.co.uk SUMMARY:Risk Assessing for Premises Staff DESCRIPTION:With Easter approaching\, schools around the country will be preparing to capitalise on the window of opportunity to undertake necessary maintenance during the typical two-week break. \n\nWith no pupils or staff on site\, improved (supposedly) weather conditions and a decent time frame\, the Easter holiday represents the perfect time to schedule medium-sized jobs as part of the ongoing maintenance programme\, in addition to any remedial repairs which were not possible to address during term time. For contractors working for the local authority or multi academy trust\, it also enables activity across a number of sites at the same time.\n\nTraditional maintenance might include electrical or lighting upgrades\, painting and decorating\, deep cleaning etc but in line with the recent New Education Estates Strategy published last month\, school leaders should also acknowledge the need to utilise the Easter break to adhere to the recommendation to ensure the safety and condition of the school building and any associated outside space. This naturally should include a careful review of any automated – or manual – gates. And given the findings of Gate Safe’s snapshot survey which indicates that there could be as many as over 24\,000 schools with unsafe gates in England\, gate checks should be an absolute priority.\n\nIdeally an automated gate might be due for its formal six-month maintenance service by a suitably trained engineer during the Easter period but if this is not the case\,  the school should still undertake its own basic checks on the gate (s) to establish the continued correct working order\, condition and of course to also identify any potential new risks.\n\nAny audit undertaken by a member of the school staff is never a replacement for the comprehensive routine maintenance undertaken by a professional\, but it is important that these interim “checks” are carried out regularly to underpin the school’s commitment to safety. Such checks should also be carefully documented to provide a clear audit trail in the event of any incident involving the gate. \n\nIn-house gate reviews should cover:\n\n Check any photocells (or laser / radar scanners) are clear of plant material or any other debris as this can block the beam and prevent the gate from operating\n Check that the track (for a sliding gate) and opening area (swing gate) is also free of debris\n Check for any visual wear and tear around the posts / post supports and the overall construction of the gate. Assess whether the gate is running smoothly\, without any jerking movements\n Check the manual release procedure and ease of manual operation. Make sure that staff (including new personnel) are aware of the recommended procedure in the event of the gate breaking down and understand how to place the gate in manual operation to enable continued safe access and exit\n Ensure the manual release key is easily accessible to all relevant staff\, placing this in a key safe within easy access to the gate is recommended best practice\n Consider any changes around the gate that could impact its safe operation\, for example\, the installation of a new bin store near the gate which could create a crushing risk\n Check that the gate has a UKCA / CE mark this should indicate its compliance with the relevant legal requirements but does not necessarily mean the gate is safe. If the gate has been installed by a Gate Safe installer\, it is likely to feature an MOT which provides a clear visual reminder of when the gate was last serviced\n\nIf you have any concerns about gates on the school premises\, contact a Gate Safe installer for expert advice. Visit https://www.gate-safe.org/find-installers/postcode-search/to find your nearest installer. Further information relating to school gate safety can be found at https://www.gate-safe.org/help-advice/gate-safety-for-schools/\n\n  URL:https://naspm.co.uk/event/risk-assessing-for-premises-staff-2/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Risk Assessing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://naspm.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Risk-Assesment.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR