Their Challenge

Northern Education Trust required the removal of a redundant swimming pool building at Manor Community Academy that had reached the end of its serviceable life. The structure presented ongoing compliance risks, maintenance liabilities and health and safety concerns, particularly in relation to the presence of asbestos-containing materials (ACMs). The Trust needed a competent Principal Contractor capable of delivering a fully compliant, tightly managed demolition solution within an operational school environment, while safeguarding pupils, staff and day-to-day activities.

Our Solution

Applebridge Building Services (ABS) provided a condition-led, compliance-focused demolition strategy, developed in line with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and CDM Regulations 2015. We undertook detailed pre-demolition surveys, coordinated licensed asbestos removal, and implemented robust site controls to ensure safe segregation from occupied areas of the academy. A planned sequence of soft strip, mechanical demolition and ground reinstatement allowed the works to be completed efficiently, with full traceability of waste streams and clear assurance reporting to the Trust.

Scope of Works

• Refurbishment and demolition asbestos survey
• Licensed removal of asbestos-containing materials
• Utility isolation and verification
• Soft strip of internal fixtures, fittings and plant
• Mechanical demolition of swimming pool building
• Removal of pool tank, foundations and redundant services
• Waste segregation, recycling and licensed disposal
• Ground reinstatement

The Results

The redundant pool facility was removed safely and in full compliance with UK legislation, eliminating a significant risk from the academy estate. The works reduced long-term maintenance exposure, improved site safety and supported the Trust’s wider estate rationalisation strategy, all achieved with minimal disruption to the school’s operations.