Protecting Your Campus

Compliance, Safety, and Sustainability

Pickering Firm, Inc., established in 1946, offers a broad range of engineering, environmental, and consulting services. We are committed to providing personalized attention to each of our clients while offering expert guidance on matters of public safety, environmental compliance, and energy efficiency.

Why Pickering?

Experience

With over 65 school districts in Mississippi trusting us for ongoing compliance and inspections, we are a leader in environmental consulting.

Comprehensive Services

We offer a wide range of environmental assessments, including air quality, lead-based paint, and energy audits, providing schools with all the tools necessary to maintain a safe environment.

Personalized Attention

Our firm’s size allows us to offer customized services that meets the specific needs of each client while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Our Services

Testing for Lead in Drinking Water:
Lead contamination in drinking water remains a public health issue. Although there are no state or federal mandates for testing, some schools are taking proactive measures by testing drinking water for lead.
Why Lead-Based Paint Inspection Matters:
Prior to 1978, lead-based paint was commonly used in homes, schools, and buildings. When lead-based paint deteriorates, it creates lead dust, a health hazard. Inspections help identify lead hazards and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
You should consider a lead-based paint inspection if:
- Your building was constructed before 1978
- You’re planning renovation or demolition
- You’re a property owner, landlord, school, or government agency
- You’re apply for HUD funding or federal grants
Other Lead-Related Services:
- Risk Assessments
- Clearance testing after abatement
- Project design and oversight for lead abatement
Protecting Schools from Mold Growth:
Mold can be a hidden problem in many buildings, often growing unnoticed before becoming a health concern. Our mold assessment approach includes a thorough inspection and remediation plan, if necessary.
Steps We Take:
1. Visual Inspections
2. Sample Collection & Analysis
3. Remediation of Affected Areas
4. Post-Remediation Testing
Pickering’s Asbestos Services Include:
- AHERA 3-Year Reinspection: Our certified inspectors and management planners help schools stay compliant with federal asbestos regulations by performing required three-year reinspections
- Asbestos Management Plans (AMPs): Development and maintenance of comprehensive AMPs for schools, ensuring safe handling and abatement
- Surveillance & Reporting: Six-month surveillance inspections, annual public notices, and custodial training
- Renovation & Demolition Compliance: Asbestos inspections before renovation or demolition, with project design, air monitoring, and 10-day notifications
If your school is unsure about compliance, our team can help answer critical questions:
1. Do you have an updated Asbestos Management Plan?
2. Are all your buildings inspected for asbestos?
3. Have periodic reinspections been performed?
Why Energy Audits Matter:
Pickering offers commercial and school energy audits to identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and operational costs. Our team helps clients take full advantage of federal tax credits, rebates, and energy savings programs.
Audit Levels:
Level 1 - Walk-Through Analysis
A quick review of building systems to identify low-cost/no-cost savings opportunities.
Level 2 - Detailed Analysis
An in-depth study of building components, including HVAC, lighting, and energy consumption, to create a tailored plan for energy savings.