Electrical Fit-Out - Whittington Hospital

Client: Dennis Johns Service Group Whittington Health NHS Trust

Sector: Healthcare

Location: North London

Duration: 7 Months

Project Summary

South East Contractors Ltd was appointed to deliver a full electrical fit out as part of refurbishment works at Whittington Hospital. The project required upgrading essential and non essential electrical systems within a live clinical environment, ensuring continuity of patient care while improving safety, resilience, and energy efficiency.

Scope of Works

• New distribution boards and sub mains cabling

• Containment systems: basket, tray, trunking, conduit

• Small power and lighting installation, including emergency lighting to BS 5266

• Medical grade power supplies for treatment rooms

• Full testing and inspection

Key Challenges & Solutions

Live Clinical Environment

• Works carried out adjacent to operational wards

• Strict noise, dust, and access controls

• Daily coordination with Estates and Site teams

Critical Power Dependencies

• Staged shutdowns planned outside clinical hours

• Contingency supplies and backup equipment in place

Infection Prevention & Control

• Barrier protection, tool sanitisation, controlled access routes

• Daily cleaning and waste management procedures

Programme Coordination

• Multi trade environment with limited space

• Regular sequencing meetings to maintain safe workflow

Sustainability Measures

• LED lighting with occupancy/daylight controls

• Low loss distribution equipment

• Containment installed  for future expansion

Project Outcome

The project was delivered on time and without disruption to patient care. The upgraded electrical infrastructure now provides improved reliability, compliance, and energy efficiency. The Trust commended the team for professionalism, communication, and safe working practices in a sensitive environment.