THE PROJECT: 

Following a structural roof failure, APA Height Access were contacted by Key Group to devise a propping solution. APA’s swift response team collaborated with structural engineers to quickly assess and stabilise the roof, ensuring the building’s safety and integrity. The project mitigated the risk of collapse and created a secure working environment for personnel and customers, enabling the store to reopen promptly.

THE solution: 

After thorough assessment of the roof structure to identify areas of instability. APA worked with site agents to design and implement an effective structural propping solution to support the roof load.

Throughout the design and build, we ensure compliance with safety standards whilst minimising disruption to store operations while implementing structural propping measures.

Effective communication with store management regarding project progress and updates was vital from start to end of this project.

THE outcome: 

The structural propping project at M&S Teddington achieved:

• Successful stabilisation of the unstable roof, mitigating collapse risks.
• Compliance with safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Minimal store disruption during installation and repair stages.
• Effective communication with client and store.
• Delivery of a high-quality propping solution tailored to project requirements.

Both Key Group and Marks & Spencer expressed satisfaction with our services, citing our ability to react, expertise, professionalism and dedication to ensuring store safety. The project’s success strengthened our client relationship, opening further growth opportunities.