Health & Safety

From Allergens to Audits: Mastering the Facilities Tightrope in Schools

About this event

Join our expert-led Sofa Session uncovering the critical, often-overlooked aspects of health and safety facilities management within schools and trusts.

From navigating allergen risks to mastering EHO inspections, this session equips facilities leaders with the knowledge and confidence to protect students and uphold compliance standards.

Expect real-world case studies, actionable insights, and practical takeaways you can implement immediately to strengthen your school or trust’s safety framework.

During the session we will be looking at:

        • Allergens including case studies, best practise processes for allergen management, document reviewing processes, training, and communication between parents, school and catering teams.
        • Preparing for an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) visit 
        • Understanding your EHO report

    Let us introduce you to this week's professional speakers

    Tracey Killick

    Tracey has been a member of LACA (Lead Association for Caterers in Education), since 2003 and holds a BTEC National Diploma in Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management. She has five years management experience in business and industry catering contracts and 21 years in Education catering supporting Surrey schools in managing their catering operations. To relax Tracey manages a local community choir, enjoys cooking, quizzing, music and theatre along with spending time with family and grandchildren.

    Sue Roberts

    Sue, a member of LACA, has spent the past seven years as a catering consultant with Judicium, supporting schools with all aspects of their meal services, kitchen operations, and contract management. With over 35 years of catering experience spanning the NHS, private hospitals, corporate catering, and education, she brings deep industry expertise and practical insight. She holds an HND in Hotel, Catering & Institutional Management and an HABC Award in Food Allergen Management. Outside of work, Sue enjoys experimenting with global cuisines (especially spicy Asian dishes), and dreams of exploring Thailand’s vibrant food culture.