The 3:00am Test: Could You Answer Any Premises Question, Any Time?

You’ve just come back from holiday. The plane landed at7:03pm— it took nearly four hours to get home (thank you, M25 roa …

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3 min read
07-Aug-2025 17:15:56

How to Conduct a Risk Assessment

Requirements and Best Practice for Schools & Trusts

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4 min read
01-Aug-2025 11:22:38

12 Non-Negotiables When Buying School Compliance Software

(Because looking good on demo day means nothing if it’s a nightmare by term two)

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4 min read
10-Jul-2025 17:00:42

🚀 Statlog v3 – modern compliance & premises software for schools

Managing school estates isn’t getting any easier. Budgets are tight. Expectations are high. And compliance isn’t just a …

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1 min read
30-Jun-2025 10:18:26

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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2 min read
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

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

Would Your Premises Pass the ‘What If?’ Test?

Most school estate teams would say they’re on top of things. The buildings are standing, the heating mostly works, and n …

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4 min read
26-Feb-2025 16:25:29

Fire Safety in Schools: If You Only Read One Compliance Guide, Make It This One

Schools are predictable in their unpredictability. You never know when a pupil will set off the alarm by burning toast i …

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3 min read
14-Feb-2025 16:10:17