Case Study: Kee Guard Installation for Primary School in Thameside

A full site survey was arranged to validate the tender assumptions, quantify final measurements, and confirm both the guardrail layout and fixed ladder location.

Following this visit, Safesite issued a variation document to the trust outlining any differences from the original tender and providing refined recommendations based on real-site conditions. Updated compliance documentation was also submitted, including:

• Finalised layout drawings
• Site-specific windspeed and loading calculations

The trust approved the recommendations and issued purchase orders for required variations ahead of installation. Works across the estate, including this school, were scheduled to align with the school holiday period and minimise disruption.

Safesite delivered a complete roof safety upgrade consisting of:

• Freestanding Kee Guard® roof edge protection system providing full perimeter collective fall prevention
• A fixed, permanent access ladder fitted with full security measures to prevent unauthorised access

Kee Guard was selected because it offered the right combination of safety performance, roof preservation, and compliance:

• Collective protection: safe for all users without harnesses or specialist PPE
• Freestanding / non-penetrative: no fixings into the roof surface, protecting membranes from damage or leaks
• Robust compliance: fully aligned with BS 13700:2021 for long-term assurance
• Modular and future-proof: allowing upgrades and adjustments if roof use changes

During the survey phase, Safesite also highlighted smaller skylights as an advisory point for future consideration. This ensured the trust had full visibility of potential next-step safety improvements across the estate.

The new system delivered a safe and fully compliant roof environment — removing prohibition restrictions and enabling routine maintenance to be carried out confidently.

Key benefits included:

• Safe, secure roof access via a fixed ladder with anti-unauthorised access measures
• Collective fall prevention across all flat roof areas without reliance on personal PPE
• Non-penetrative protection preserving roof membranes and waterproofing integrity
• Full compliance with BS 13700:2021, giving long-term legal and safety assurance
• Improved maintenance efficiency, allowing caretakers and contractors safe access to gutters, roof areas, and plant/tank rooms
• Forward planning for skylight safety, supporting trust-wide risk reduction

The trust specifically recognised Safesite for:

• A referral based on proven delivery within the education sector
• Fast initial response and consistent communication
• Identifying specification gaps early (BS 13700 Part 1)
• A highly comprehensive tender with no follow-up queries required
• Strong track record on similar programmes
• Clear ability to commit to and deliver a demanding schedule

This project demonstrates Safesite’s ability to support education estates with multi-site roof safety programmes, delivering compliant, non-intrusive solutions that protect both people and buildings. Through rapid engagement, technical expertise, and precise delivery, Safesite helped transform a previously restricted roof environment into a safe, accessible workspace aligned with the latest UK standards.

Safesite has delivered trusted fall protection systems since 1991, supporting schools, trusts, and public sector organisations with full survey, design, installation, and recertification services.

If your school or trust needs compliant roof edge protection, safe access ladders, or collective fall-prevention systems, contact Safesite today for expert advice and a tailored solution that fits your site and programme.