Richard Melis

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🎨 From Dull to Dynamic: Using Colour Psychology in School Corridors 🎨

Transforming School Corridors from Drab Walkways into Vibrant Spaces Corridors have a reputation problem.

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2 min read
19-Jun-2025 18:28:25

Why Estates Teams Are Quietly at the Heart of Safeguarding

You might not see them in the strategy meetings. You might not hear them in the case conferences.

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3 min read
12-Jun-2025 14:56:09

Mental Health in Estates Teams: The Risk We’re Not Logging

Mark didn’t say a word. He didn’t need to.

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29-May-2025 11:54:44

The Playground That Cried Wolf… Then Actually Broke

It started with a creak.Then a wobble. Then that slow-turning, side-eyed look that staff give when a bit of playground k …

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3 min read
19-May-2025 21:52:41

Say It. Walk It. Log It.  Smarter Site Communication

Why a quick face-to-face and the right follow-up system might be the best communication strategy in your toolkit.

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13-May-2025 11:05:53

🌡️ Thermometer Wars: Are You Really Getting an Accurate Water Temperature Reading?

In the world of Legionella control, close enough isn’t close enough. It’s 8:04 AM. You're in the plant room, standing ne …

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3 min read
24-Apr-2025 14:00:20

Week Two of Easter: Quick Wins While the School Is Still Quiet

The first week of the Easter break is often spent firefighting – fixing what broke, scrubbing what’s become unidentifiab …

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4 min read
11-Apr-2025 12:05:39

The Most Expensive Spreadsheet You’ve Ever Seen

At first glance, it looks harmless. It might even look organised. Rows neatly labelled with asset types, test dates, col …

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04-Apr-2025 15:44:16
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28-Mar-2025 10:26:44

Your Project Plan is Approved—Now What?

Your school’s project plan has been approved. Fantastic! 🎉

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4 min read
14-Mar-2025 12:22:39