Education

Where safe places power learning. Childcare settings, schools, colleges and universities must protect people across classrooms, labs and estates. We provide practical support to meet duties and keep staff, pupils and visitors safe.

How We Help

Term time rules everything. We build simple steps that work across schools, colleges and trusts, from older buildings to busy drop-off times. You get clear responsibilities, safe premises and consistent records across sites.

  • Asbestos management: inspections, registers and practical management plans.
  • Fire risk management: assessments and improvements suited to education settings.
  • Environmental and water hygiene: including Legionella checks and records.
  • Building Surveying and Project Management: plus PD (Principal Designer) and CDM 2015 (Construction Design and Management Regulations 2015) support for works.
  • Health and safety: audits and inspections with clear action tracking.
  • Pool safety where relevant: aligned to HSG 179, the Health and Safety Executive guidance on managing health and safety in swimming pools.
  • Training: courses for leaders, site teams and contractors.

For assemblies, performances or events over 200 capacity, Martyn’s Law duties may apply. We can support with awareness training and Security Risk Assessments.

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Who We Work With

You won’t get generic advice from us. We work in education every day, understand safeguarding and estates pressures, and bring clarity where it counts. If your setting isn’t listed below, we can still help.

  • Nurseries and early years settings
  • Primary and secondary schools
  • Independent schools and Multi-Academy Trusts
  • Further education colleges and sixth forms
  • Universities and higher education
  • Specialist and alternative provision
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FAQs

Common Questions, Clear Answers

Short answers to the questions we hear most about Education. For tailored advice, speak to our team.

Fire risk assessment, asbestos management where relevant, Legionella controls, and safe systems for labs, workshops and play areas.

Yes. Educational premises fall in scope, with duties scaling by capacity to include terrorism risk assessment and incident response planning.

Water systems can harbour Legionella and pools require a Pool Safe Operating Procedure aligned to HSG 179. We audit and create practical documentation.

Standardise templates, training and oversight in one platform. Many trusts use xCenta to align policies, track training and evidence compliance group-wide.

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Consultancy Services

Expertise for Education Challenges

From audits to project management, our consultancy services transform compliance challenges into practical, positive outcomes.

Asbestos Management

Identify, assess and control asbestos risks with expert surveys and plans.

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Building Surveying & PM

Plan and manage property projects with structured safety oversight.

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Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

Build a Business Continuity Plan to prepare for disruption and recovery.

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Environmental Management

Meet legal duties and improve sustainability with expert guidance.

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Fire Risk Management

Assess and reduce fire risks with tailored strategies and audits.

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Health & Safety Risk Management

Meet legal duties with expert support across your workplace operations.

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HR Solutions

Stay compliant with expert HR advice, policies and documentation.

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Noise & HAVs

Protect workers from noise and vibration risks with expert assessments and controls.

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Principal Designer

Ensure health and safety is embedded at the design stage of your project.

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Latest case studies

Results You Can Rely On

Our case studies show how we’ve helped organisations across industries meet legal duties, overcome compliance challenges and create safer ways of working.

  • Steetley Corner Group

    A diverse engineering group. We provide long-standing insurance, risk management and HR consultancy support to help them manage complex, evolving...

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  • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level

    The Scalpel

    A landmark City of London skyscraper. We supported CDM compliance across 39 floors in a dense city centre environment, managing...

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  • Tower Bridge

    One of London’s most famous landmarks. We managed CDM advice and risk coordination during critical overnight maintenance closures to keep...

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Training Spotlight

Courses You May Be Interested in

We are a trusted provider of accredited and bespoke Health & Safety training. Our flexible training options include in-person and online eLearning courses for the Education industry.

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Nothing has ever been too much trouble for Matt Todd and the team at PIB Risk Management. Their professionalism, flexibility, and dedication to helping our workforce succeed have been second to none.


Training Manager
Getjar (Masterson Holdings Group)

PIB have gone above and beyond. Their tailored support, from risk assessments to training, fits seamlessly into our operations. We are not just compliant but genuinely safer, with a strong culture of wellbeing.


Regional H&S Coordinator
Perrys Motor Sales

PIB have supported our training across the Southwest, adapting to our needs with practical advice and national reach. Matt has helped us navigate CITB schemes and funding while giving us full control of our plans.

Paul Newman
Contracts Manager
CJL Construction

PIB made our NVQ enrolments simple and well organised. Communication has been excellent, and our assessors have been great throughout. A big thank you to Matt for making the process smooth and stress free.

Beth Swainston​​​​
​Training Manager
​Esh Group

Working with PIB has been invaluable. Their NVQ and on-site training support has helped upskill our teams, improve competency, and build confidence. The trainers are knowledgeable, flexible, and aligned to real site needs.


Duffy Construction Ltd

PIB’s CDM eLearning has helped our leadership team deliver consistent health and safety education across staff and partners. I’d highly recommend them to support your business.


Head of Estate & Facilities
NHS Foundation Trust

Why choose us

Your Risk Journey Starts Here

Clients choose us for our sector expertise, hands-on support and clear, practical advice that helps them stay compliant and protect their people.

  • Clarity From Day One

    Receive expert advice early, so you can make confident, informed decisions.

  • Designed To Scale

    Our flexible support fits your organisation, whether you’re starting small or managing national operations.

  • Built For Your Journey

    We support you from initial assessments through to ongoing compliance and improvement.

  • Industry Specific Expertise

    Our consultants live and breathe your industry and provide practical, tailored solutions.

  • Backed By PIB Group

    Gain access to wider insurance, benefits and risk expertise through our group network.

  • Solutions That Guide You

    xCenta and CyberPrepare guide you through managing compliance and digital risk as your organisation grows.

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Latest News & Insights

News You Can Act On

From regulation changes to risk reduction strategies, we share updates that help you protect people and projects.

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Your project could be our next success story

We’ve helped deliver safer, more compliant outcomes across iconic landmarks, public infrastructure, and complex construction schemes.

If you’re planning your next project, we’d love to help you get it right from the start. See our case studies to learn more.

  • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level
  • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
    • The Scalpel building in London’s Square Mile, seen from upper level
    • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
      • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
      • Exterior of the Old Bailey court building under a clear blue sky
      • New residential block at Wornington Green regeneration project in North Kensington
      • Canada Water regeneration development with high-rise residential towers
        • Redevelopment of Marble Arch House under scaffolding, London
        • Exterior of the Old Bailey court building under a clear blue sky
        • New residential block at Wornington Green regeneration project in North Kensington
        • Canada Water regeneration development with high-rise residential towers