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Education

From K-12 schools and private academies to colleges and universities, educational facilities rely on safe, well-maintained environments that support learning and daily operations. Maintenance teams and contractors frequently access rooftops, mechanical equipment, and other elevated areas to service critical building systems, creating potential fall hazards if not properly protected. Effective height access and fall protection solutions help ensure workers can perform their jobs safely while minimizing disruptions, preserving campus aesthetics, and helping prevent unauthorized access to hazardous areas.

We Understand the Challenges You Face

Educational facilities face a unique challenge: maintaining safe and reliable buildings while minimizing disruptions to students, faculty, and daily operations.

From aging rooftops and HVAC equipment to limited maintenance budgets and compressed summer project schedules, facility teams are often tasked with doing more with less. Safe roof access and fall protection solutions help schools and universities protect maintenance personnel, contractors, and building occupants while supporting long-term facility management goals.

  • Aging Facilities & Deferred Maintenance

    Many educational facilities operate aging buildings, roofs, and equipment that require ongoing maintenance. Deferred maintenance can increase safety risks, repair costs, and the likelihood of unexpected failures.

  • Budget Constraints & Captial Planning

    School districts and universities must balance facility improvements with limited budgets. Safety investments often need to demonstrate long-term value, reduced maintenance costs, and support for future capital planning.

  • Maintenance Around Academic Schedules

    Most maintenance projects must be completed during summer breaks, holidays, or other limited shutdown periods. Delays can impact facility readiness and campus operations.

Education Industry Insights

1/3

of schools are dealing with aging facilities and deferred maintenance challenges

49 years

The average age of the main instructional building among reporting U.S. public schools is 49 years

60%

of public schools’ main instructional buildings were constructed before 2000. 38% being constructed before 1970.

46%

of U.S. public schools reported that they have had a major building replacement or addition to the school since it was built

93%

of U.S. public schools have some kind of athletic amenities on-site. The most common facility is a gymnasium.

67,700

Falls, slips and trips were the leading causes of injuries in K-12 schools, accounting for 67,700 injuries (2024)

How We Can Help You

Turn your projects into a safe access zone with our range of height safety and access solutions and unmatched project support.

We Deliver a Healthy Roof

End to End Solution. Delivering peace of mind from audit to system supply and installation, ongoing maintenance and ultimate peace of mind and compliance

Modular Aluminum Products

Aluminum construction allows for on-site customization and easier handling. Modular design allows for ultimate adjustability in the field as well as quick order turnaround.

Unmatched Technical and Partner Support

Our customers can rely on us to give them accurate and best in class advice which gives confidence and peace of mind. We go the extra mile every time.

Educational Facilities We Serve

  • Colleges and Universities
  • K-12 Schools
  • Athletics and Recreation Facilities
  • Performing Arts and Assembly Spaces
Education Partners

We're proud to support some of the biggest names in the education industry.

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