Arts and culture insurance | Risk Management

Arts and culture risk management articles

Our practical guidance covers key operational risks, from broad topics such as fire safety to specific risks like slips and trips.

Take a look at our useful arts and culture risk management articles.

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.

How to protect your listed property and deter thieves

Security advice for listed property owners.

Ladders and stepladders

Ladders and stepladders are used in many workplaces. There is no ban on this and they offer a practical option for low risk, short duration tasks.

Counter terrorism guidance

It is anticipated the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) legislation, also known as Protect Duty or Martyn’s Law will be completed at some point in the future.

Managing risks with living walls

Living walls, often referred to as green walls or vertical gardens look beautiful and are a visual way to indicate that a building is sustainable.

Managing risks with green roofs

The risks associated with green roofs and how to reduce them.

Fire in heritage buildings

The causes of fire in heritage buildings are wide. The most common causes of damage are accidental, arson, blocked or damaged chimneys, cooking, electrical faults, hot works and lightning strikes.

Safety signs

Safety signs play an important role in warning of hazards or advising on what precautions need to be taken.

Safe use of biomass boilers

As renewable energy technology develops, biomass is increasingly viewed as a green alternative to traditional forms of energy.