Decision

To close the Merry go Round Day Nursery at
Green Croft in Hereford because of Health and Safety concerns, with
immediate effect.
• Following a detailed inspection of the internal ceiling and
external roofing structure, significant safety-critical defects
have been identified. There is active water ingress, visible
saturation, and deformation of internal ceiling surfaces,
indicating prolonged moisture penetration and loss of structural
integrity. Externally, the roof exhibits extensive ponding,
membrane failure, and complete ruptures, exposing a rotten roof
deck. Evidence confirms that the deck has lost its rigidity and is
no longer capable of supporting load or facilitating safe repair
works.
• The roof's condition now poses a structural risk. The
deterioration is consistent with deck failure, and any further
water ingress will accelerate the risk of collapse, posing an
unacceptable hazard to building occupants, including children and
staff. In its current state, the roof cannot be repaired safely
without a complete engineering assessment and controlled strip-out
procedures.
• On this basis, the decision has been taken to close the
affected area on safety grounds pending urgent review by a
Structural Engineer. This is necessary to prevent potential harm
and to ensure that subsequent remedial works can be carried out
safely and in compliance with statutory duties.