What makes us different
Whenever we take on a new school contract, the first thing we do is a site visit with a member of staff who can walk us around your school and we can then assess your school's specific requirements.
Once we have established your school's needs we will then work our how many hours per visit we will need at your school to maintain it and get everything done which is needed.
Unlike most contractors every one of our school's gets 18 visits per year, 16 of which include all grass/field areas being cut. The remaining 2 visits we use for a spring and winter tidy up which take place normally December and February. These visits allow us to get a head start on the hedges in the spring and they also allow us to clear up the final remaining leaves that fall in the winter months.
Bad weather can be and issue for any grounds maintenance company and it is unavoidable, however we guarantee that your school will never loose out on your contracted hours. If we are unable to make it to your school due to bad weather we will always make up the time either by another visit once weather has passed or if needed doubling up your hours on your next visit in extreme cases.
Our promise to you is that we will treat your school grounds with an level of care and attention to detail unlike anything you have ever experienced.
We use battery operated tools wherever possible however our commercial mowers are still petrol, this is something we wish to change in the near future.
Our aim is not to be the biggest company out there however our growth will come undoubtably hand in hand with our success, however what we do want to be able to say is "we are the best" but far more importantly for us we want you to be able to say "we are the best". We want you to be proud to say that we are maintaining your grounds.
As companies grow you tend to find they loose that personal touch which is something that we will endeavour never to loose sight of.
We can be contacted by schools 7 days a week and are always on hand for advice wherever needed.
Below is a few of our services and some more in-depth information about our company.
About Us
All staff CRB checked and fully insured
At the Eco Gardener We ensure all our staff are fully CRB checked, we also are fully insured for any works we undertake.
Copies of our CRB certificates and all relevant insurance paperwork is given to every school we work with.
Zero Emissions Tools
We use the very latest best quality zero emission battery powered tools wherever possible.
These tools allow us to perform our tasks whilst causing minimal disruption to your school, our tools are far more quiet than conventional petrol powered tools which give the user a better spatial awareness which is essential in a school environment.
Health and Safety
Health and safety is absolutely paramount and at the heart of everything we do.
We have a health and safety policy written especially for our business by our Health and Safety management company ( HS Direct Ltd) to keep us fully compliant with
OHSAS 18001
The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Successful Health & Safety Management (HSG65)
And other relevant regulations
This includes;
*RIDDOR Reportable accident reporting system
*COSHH Assessments readily available
*Toolbox Talks
*Training Matrix
*Principle Contractor Site File
*CDM Documents
*Audit Documents
Every school we work at has a Risk Assessment and Method Statement produced for them, copies of which are emailed to each school.
All members of staff are aware of these and we work whilst strictly following these procedures to ensure the safety of everyone on site.
All relevant PPE is supplied to all staff and it is maintained in good condition with any damaged items being immediately replaced without exception.
School Grounds Maintenance
What is included in our maintenance packages for schools.
Field / Lawn Areas
All Schools get all field/ lawn areas cut 16 times a year as standard from march to November.
Sports Pitches
All Schools get football and rounders pitches marked included in our visits. We will liaise with PE teachers as to exact requirements.
Hedges/Shrubs
All hedge and shrub areas will be cut 2 to 3 times a year depending on the plant type and its growing requirements.
Sports Day Markings
Sports day is an exciting time for school children and we want them to have the best lined fields possible.
We will prioritise school sports days and ensure you will have a fresh cut and lined field for your special day (weather permitting).
Planted Border Areas
All border areas will be maintained and kept clear of weeds and other unwanted items that can be present on school grounds.
Spring & Winter Tidy Up Visits
Along with the 16 visits we give to Schools we also give 2 extra visits a year these are for a spring and winter tidy up so a total of 18 visits a year.
These visits allow us to get a head start on the hedges in the spring and they also allow us to clear up the final remaining leaves that fall in the winter months.