Public sector buildings come with their own set of challenges. Schools, council offices, depots, leisure facilities and community buildings are often in use from early morning until late evening, with staff, pupils and members of the public on site. Electrical work has to be planned around them, delivered safely and documented properly.
Experience on Public Sector Sites
We have delivered electrical work for public sector clients, including the design and installation of EV charging stations at a council car park in Wakefield. The project included arranging the power shutdown, three phase installations, surge protection and a TT earthing system for the chargers, with NICEIC certification on completion.
Working Around Occupied Buildings
Disruption in a school or public building affects far more people than on a typical commercial site. We plan our work around the building and the people using it, which can mean:
- Working during school holidays, evenings or weekends
- Phasing the work so parts of the building stay in use
- Agreeing safe working zones and keeping them secure
- Planning power shutdowns well in advance and keeping everyone informed
Schools will usually want to confirm safeguarding arrangements, such as DBS checks, before work begins. It is worth agreeing these requirements at the very start of a project.
Supporting Carbon Reduction Targets
Many councils, schools and public bodies have committed to reducing their carbon emissions, and electrical upgrades are often the quickest way to make progress:
- LED lighting: lower energy use and maintenance costs, with better light for staff and pupils
- Solar PV and battery storage: clean electricity generated on site from roofs and car parks
- EV charging: supporting council fleets, staff and visitors as vehicles go electric
Read about the results of a well planned lighting upgrade in our high bay LED case study.
Compliance You Can Evidence
Public bodies need clear evidence that their buildings are safe. We provide EICRs, emergency lighting testing, PAT testing and thermal imaging surveys, with straightforward reports that make audits and inspections simpler. See our compliance services for more detail.
Tenders and Procurement
Public sector work is usually procured through tenders, quotations or frameworks. We can provide the information procurement teams need, including method statements, accreditation details and case studies, and we price every project clearly so it can be compared fairly.
Why Choose Econ Electrical?
NICEIC approved and SafeContractor accredited, we deliver electrical installation, renewables and compliance services for public sector organisations across Yorkshire and the UK, with the care that occupied public buildings demand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you carry out work during school holidays?
Yes. We plan school and public sector projects around term dates and opening hours, working during holidays, evenings and weekends wherever possible.
Can you provide the documents we need for a tender?
Yes. We can supply method statements, risk assessments, accreditation details and case studies to support your procurement process.
Planning work on a school, council or public building? Contact Econ Electrical to discuss your requirements.
