United Kingdom
Canada
Church Risk Guidance
Specialist guidance from our risk management experts – helping church customers successfully manage day-to-day risks.
We don’t just insure your church, we help protect it too
Providing tools to help you manage risk well. You will find guidance in the form of videos, templates, checklists and forms to help you manage risk effectively.
Church Risk Management Articles
We regularly publish articles and guidance written by our experts covering key risks, from topics such as fire safety to specific risks like cyber security.
Church events
Responsibilities, planning and frequently asked questions.
Church fire risk assessment
Reduce the risk of fire at your church with help from our fire risk assessment template and supporting guides.
Church ladders
Ladders and stepladders are commonly used in churches. They are a practical option for low-risk tasks and there is no ban on their use. However, they must be used with caution.
Slips and trips in churches
Slips and trips are the most common causes of injury in church properties. While most of these are minor, others can be quite severe and, in some cases, disabling.
Working at height advice for churches
Tips and advice on preventing falls when working at height.
Closed churches
Taking a proactive approach to managing unoccupied churches can help preserve these buildings for future use.
Church Safety Statement
A Safety Statement sets out how you will protect employees and visitors who use your church.
Escape of water
According to Ecclesiastical claims data, escape of water is the largest cause of property insurance claims.
Keeping your church open and welcoming
At Ecclesiastical, we want to encourage churches to unlock their visitor potential! We are often asked whether churches should be kept locked at all times. Our answer is no, provided the right precautions have been taken. Indeed, we recommend, where appropriate that churches are kept open because of the positive effect that has on security.
Risk Calendar
The risk calendar marks key risks throughout the year to help you protect your church and those who use it
Risk assessments
You need to ensure that reasonable precautions are in place at your church properties to keep them safe for those who use them. To do this, you need to think about what might cause harm to people.
Flood safety for churches
Flooding in your church and associated properties can cause inconvenience and heartache to your church community. It's impossible to flood-proof your church properties but there are some simple actions you can take to reduce the damage a flood may cause.
Self Assessment For Churches
Every year, a number of accidents occur in churches, church halls, graveyards and churchyards. Not only does this cause pain and suffering to those who are injured, it can often result in disruption to the smooth running of the church and its various activities.
Cyber security and risk management
Helping you reduce cyber risks.