Blandford St Mary CE VA Primary School Environment Committee Terms of Reference Name of Committee:
Environment Committee
Status of Committee:
Non Statutory
Membership:
Minimum 4 Governors and the Headteacher
Appointment of Chair:
Appointed by the Governing Body
Clerking:
Chair
Meeting:
At least once each term, prior to the full governing body meeting
Quorum:
3 Governors including the Headteacher
Voting:
By majority with the chair having the casting vote
Minutes:
To reach committee members members within one week of the meeting and all other governors with the papers for the next full governing body meeting
Responsibilities to:To work closely with the headteacher on behalf of the governing body to
• Consider all matters relating relating to the buildings and grounds, including security and health and safety matters • Inspect the premises at least annually and present a statement of priorities for maintenance and development for approval by the GB • Approve the costs and arrangements for maintenance and repair within the budget, and refer spending above agreed limits to the Finance Committee • Oversee the preparation and implementation of contracts, including for cleaning and grounds maintenance, and ensure Best Value principles apply • Prepare a lettings and charges policy for approval by the GB body, and oversee the implementation of the policy • Liaise as required with the CSA and, if relevant, the diocese • Ensure the school complies with health and safety regulations • On behalf behalf of the GB, prepare, implement and evaluate a Health and Safety policy in line with legislation and the recommendations of the CSA and diocese • Consider and make arrangements on risk management issues • Ensure that recommendations for action following inspections and audits are satisfactorily carried out • Ensure premises insurance arrangements are adequate