Industry
Healthcare
Challenge
Luton & Dunstable Hospital identified the need for a fire door replacement programme across 60 blocks, following a fire door survey conducted by an external company. The project was complicated by the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, requiring stringent infection control and flexible operations within a high-patient environment.
Results
Ventro successfully replaced over 150 doors and completed additional fire-stopping, achieving a 100% compliance rate. The project maintained patient healthcare priority, minimized disruption during the pandemic, and recycled 97% of waste, providing added value through local employment and comprehensive digital logging.
Key Product
Passive Fire Prevention Solutions
About Luton & Dunstable Hospital
Luton & Dunstable University Hospital is a major acute hospital serving a population of almost 400,000 in Luton, South Bedfordshire and parts of Hertfordshire. Part of the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, it is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services and ensuring a safe environment for its patients, staff, and visitors.The Challenge
Luton & Dunstable Hospital identified the critical need for a fire door replacement program following an external fire door survey. Upon Ventro's engagement, a comprehensive compartmentation survey further revealed additional fire-stopping work required across the hospital's 60 blocks. The contract execution coincided with the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, presenting unprecedented challenges. The surge in patient numbers necessitated enhanced infection control measures and new protocols to prevent virus spread within the hospital, demanding extreme caution and adaptability in all operations.
The Solution
Ventro prioritized patient healthcare and adopted an exceptionally accommodating approach throughout the project. Recognizing the sensitive nature of some wards, every member of Ventro's staff underwent a standard DBS check to meet hospital requirements, with staff working on maternity or paediatrics wards carrying an enhanced DBS check.
All fire safety work was completed in strict accordance with BM Trada guidelines, adhering to their highest accreditation standards. Ventro maintained a robust communication protocol, providing weekly written reports and bi-weekly or monthly updates either face-to-face or virtually via Teams, particularly crucial during the COVID period. Throughout the project, all upgrades were meticulously logged and asset tagged. As an added value, Ventro provided QR asset tagging at no extra cost. Whenever feasible, Ventro employed a locally based team to execute the project, including hiring a local site manager and local fire stopping teams to perform the required tasks.
The Results
Ventro's flexible and compliant approach yielded significant results for Luton & Dunstable Hospital:
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Comprehensive Fire Safety Upgrade: Over 150 fully encapsulated doors were installed, alongside additional critical fire-stopping work identified across 60 hospital blocks, significantly enhancing the hospital's passive fire prevention.
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Achieved 100% Compliance Rate: All fire safety work met the highest accreditation standards, resulting in a 100% compliance rate and ensuring the hospital's adherence to stringent safety regulations.
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Seamless Operation During Pandemic Peak: Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and heightened infection control measures, Ventro successfully executed the project with minimal disruption to daily hospital operations and patient care.
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Enhanced Environmental Responsibility: The project demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability, with 97% of waste recycled.
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Transparent and Traceable Documentation: All upgrades were meticulously logged and asset tagged, and Ventro provided QR asset tagging at no extra cost, ensuring a robust and easily accessible Golden Thread of fire safety information for the hospital.
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Added Value through Local Engagement: Ventro provided significant added value by employing a locally based team, including a local site manager and fire stopping teams, contributing to the local economy.
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