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Creating Safe, Inclusive + Compliant Education Spaces

As expectations from students, schools, governments, and the community continue to grow, modern educational facilities must adapt by integrating advanced technology, resources, and environments. Architects, Developers and Builders, in collaboration with state and local governments, schools, and universities, play a critical role in embedding safety and accessibility features into their designs to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and create inclusive spaces for everyone. Our fire safety engineers, building code consultants, energy and sustainability consultants, and accessibility consultants are vital to creating safe, compliant, and inclusive learning environments.

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Meet the Experts

Our Solution for Education Spaces

Our fire safety engineers work closely with architects and builders to tailor performance solutions that address the unique risks associated with educational facilities, ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors. Our building code consultants guide the project through the stringent regulatory landscape, helping to meet all legal requirements and avoid potential setbacks during construction. Our energy and sustainability consultants provide advice to ensure that facilities comply with all relevant building energy efficiency regulations. Our accessibility consultants ensure that the design of schools, universities, and other educational institutions accommodates everyone, including individuals with disabilities.

Education Industry Services

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Accessibility + Universal Design Core Services

We partner with project, design, and operations teams to identify opportunities and address issues related to universal design and…
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Accessible + Adaptable Housing Solutions

We provide a comprehensive range of services, from initial design and construction assessment to feasibility studies, advice,…
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Assessments (Green Star + WELL)

Jensen Hughes’ Green Star-accredited consultants collaborate with clients to reduce carbon footprints and achieve high…
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Bespoke Accessibility Services

Our expert services and bespoke accessibility solutions are designed to meet the accessibility needs of every workplace, community…
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Building Code + Regulations

Our skilled team of code consultants is uniquely positioned to provide building regulations consultancy to all stakeholders,…
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Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard

Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) helps builders and developers in the planning permit stage achieve sustainable…
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Bushfire Testing

Bushfires are very common in Australia. Although they don’t always end in a catastrophe, they do present real and immediate danger…
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Construction Inspections + Advice

During the construction phase of a project, our experienced building code consultants can provide invaluable support by conducting…
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Design Assessments + Upgrades

We specialise in providing detailed assessments of designs to ensure compliance with building regulations, including the National…
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Emissions + Efficiency

Jensen Hughes’ energy and sustainability consultants provide expert advice on complying with the National Construction Code (NCC),…
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Expert Witness

Our experts have prepared many litigation compliant reports on buildings and the approvals process for several jurisdictions,…
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Fire Resistance Testing

Fire resistance tests determine the likely behaviour of an element of construction when subjected to a fully developed fire. Our…
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Fire Safety Assessment + Audits

We conduct thorough audits of your project and completed building to ensure that it meets all regulatory requirements, including…
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Fire Safety Strategies

To minimise fire risks, our expert fire safety engineers develop tailored fire strategies during the construction phase. This…
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Fire, Smoke + Evacuation Modelling

Fire, smoke, and evacuation modelling is an essential tool for predicting the spread of smoke, heat, and flames in built…
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Modelling

Jensen Hughes offers comprehensive solutions for optimising building performance through advanced modelling techniques. We optimise…
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Passive Fire Consultancy

Our team of passive fire consultants specialise in fire sealing, lightweight construction, fire doors, and shafts. We offer a…
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Peer Reviews

Third party peer reviews are often required in construction projects. This is because peer reviews can support submission paperwork…
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Performance Solutions

We consider each building's design and use and provide safe and practical design outcomes. This can facilitate greater design…
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Reaction to Fire Testing

Reaction to fire testing examines material combustibility and ignitability, focusing on fire spread and development rather than…
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Solar Feasibility

At Jensen Hughes, our energy and sustainability consultants conduct on-site evaluations to select the most suitable Solar…
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Structural Fire Engineering

The fundamental principle of building fire safety is that the building’s structure must be sufficiently resilient to withstand the…
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Sustainability Reports

Jensen Hughes offers expert advice to ensure projects meet Development Control Plans (DCP) requirements, focusing on integrating…
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Technical Fire Assessment

Jensen Hughes offers technical fire assessments that encompass everything from simple evaluations of product, construction, or…
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We partner with you to solve complex challenges throughout the project lifecycle

Our team is dedicated to creating safe and accessible educational facilities. We work closely with our client to develop tailored solutions that address unique risks, ensuring safety for all. By navigating regulatory requirements, we also contribute to inclusive environments for all.

Jensen Hughes Pacific’s primary focus is on delivering high-quality services in the following areas:

  • Fire Engineering
  • Building Code Consulting
  • Accessibility + Universal Design
  • Energy + Sustainability
  • Fire Testing + Technical Fire Assessment
Our Office Locations

With offices around the world and team members on the ground in key regions, our global reach and vital in-country expertise enable us to deliver solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients and the communities we serve.

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