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Charitable care risk guidance
Specialist services from our risk management experts – helping the charitable care sector successfully manage both day-to-day and strategic risks.
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Our in-house team of qualified risk specialists have in-depth knowledge and can support you in various ways.
- Bespoke onsite and desktop remote survey assessment and valuations.
- Risk Advice Line provides access to our in-house team of risk experts who are on hand to answer any risk-related queries.
- Fully vetted mitigation services through our market-leading preferred supplier network.
- Enterprise Risk Management support ranging from practical tools, templates and checklists, webinars and training sessions, through to bespoke consultancy.
Charitable care 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 charitable care insurance risk management articles.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming increasingly popular as we move towards renewable forms of energy for buildings.
Managing risks with solar panels
Solar panels can help reduce energy costs and cut carbon emissions. They only require daylight, rather than direct sunlight so they work even on a cloudy day.
Preventing burst pipes
The cost and inconvenience caused by a burst pipe can be considerable. A small fracture can release gallons of water, damaging your property and contents.
Fire safety, fire risk assessments and arson defence
Prevent fires before they happen with help from our fire safety guidance.
Visits and outings
Keeping people safe during visits and outings.
Managing volunteers: Health and safety
How to protect the safety of volunteers including health and safety legislation, typical hazards and how to manage the risks.
Work equipment
Generally, any equipment which is used by staff at work is considered to be work equipment.
Dry powder extinguishers
Caution is required when using dry powder extinguishers. In the wrong environment, they can cause unintended damage.
Security
How to manage security risks.
Protecting your property from water leaks
A water leak can cause a significant amount of damage to your property, especially if it goes unnoticed.
Legionella
Legionellosis is a collective term for diseases caused by legionella bacteria including the most serious Legionnaires’ disease.
Accidents and first-aid
If someone becomes ill or is injured on your premises, immediate first-aid assistance must be provided. This can save lives and prevent minor injuries from becoming major ones.