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Church risk guidance

Specialist guidance from our risk management experts – helping church customers successfully manage day-to-day risks.

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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.

Health & safety and protecting people

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming increasingly popular as we move towards renewable forms of energy for buildings.

Building services

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.

Environmental & weather

Storm safety for churches

Storms are unpredictable but a little preparation can minimise the risks.

Building works

Keeping historic and listed buildings well maintained

When it comes to historic and listed buildings, the importance of regular maintenance can’t be overstated.

News

Burst pipes warning as freezing weather bites

Ecclesiastical is urging customers to take steps to prevent burst pipes following Storm Goretti and subsequent yellow warnings from the MET Office for freezing weather.

Risk management

Bells and ringers

Church bells are often associated with a call to worship and are a regular reminder of the connectedness of us all.

Building services

Electrical wiring in churches

Thanks to increasingly high standards of wiring and installation, electrical systems are now generally safer than ever.

Security

Roof protection systems for churches

Protecting your church from metal theft.

Health & safety and protecting people

Working at height advice for churches

Preventing falls and injuries when working at height.

Events

Church events

Responsibilities, planning, and frequently asked questions for your church events.

Building works

Construction (Design & Management) Regulations for churches

Maintenance, refurbishment, and restoration work are common at many places of worship.

Building services

Lightning advice for churches

Tall buildings attract lightning and for centuries, the spires of churches have dominated the skylines making them particularly vulnerable to lightning strikes.

Risk advice line

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0345 600 7531

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Church risk management guidance notes