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Property Owners Risk Guidance
Specialist services from our risk management experts – helping the property owners sector successfully manage both day-to-day and strategic risks.
With the pace of change today, even small disruptions can set your business back. Our practical guidance covers key operational risks, from broad topics such as fire safety to specific risks like slips and trips.
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Property Owners Risk Management Articles
Building design
How subtle and sympathetic changes to a building’s design can help to prevent slips and trips.
Cleaning
How efficient and effective cleaning methods can help to prevent slips and trips.
Protecting heritage buildings with a disaster recovery plan
Insuring historic property and valuable contents in a highly specialised area that requires expert assessment and professional advice
Dry powder extinguishers
Some dry powder extinguishers can cause extensive damage if used in the wrong environment. Caution is required when using them.
Electrical inspections and safety
Fires of electrical origin are responsible for substantial numbers of claims every year. It is therefore vital that electrical systems are well maintained and inspected regularly to reduce the risks.
Escape of water
According to Ecclesiastical claims data, escape of water is the largest cause of property insurance claims.
Fire Safety in Kitchens
Fires in kitchen and cooking areas are very common, often resulting in extensive damage to the premises and disruption to the business.
Hiring and Letting of Heritage Buildings
The use of historic buildings for third-party events can introduce new risks but careful planning can help you to maintain a safe environment and protect the building.
Inspection and Maintenance
How to identify and manage slips and trips through proper inspection and maintenance
People
Managing Slips and trips in the workplace
Slips and Trips at Historic Properties
Historic properties can present different slip and trip hazards to modern buildings and can challenge standard preventative methods, often due to the fabric of the building or design constraints.
Storm safety advice
What to do before, during and after a storm
Protecting Vacant Properties
If neglected, vacant properties can quickly fall into disrepair. Our infographic outlines some of the key actions you can take to protect your property.