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Heritage risk guidance

Specialist services from our risk management experts – helping the heritage sector successfully manage both day-to-day and strategic risks.

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Heritage risk management articles

In a competitive industry, interruptions to your business can put you on the back foot. 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 heritage insurance risk management articles.

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.

Health & safety and protecting people

Hire out your heritage building safely

Letting out your historic building for events can provide much-needed revenue, but it also introduces new risks. Careful planning can help you keep things safe and secure.

Security

How to secure and manage a vacant property

Some simple steps can limit the risk of damage to unoccupied property.

Environmental & weather

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.

Security

Heritage security - smash and grab attacks

Protect your property against smash-and-grab attacks.

News

Museums urged to take steps to prevent crime following Louvre theft

Ecclesiastical is encouraging museums to review their security precautions to protect valuables following the high-profile smash and grab theft from Paris’ Louvre Museum.

Security

Fire safety, fire risk assessments and arson defence

Prevent fires before they happen with help from our fire safety guidance.

Fire safety

Electrical inspections and safety

Despite increasingly high standards, fires caused by faulty electrical wiring and equipment are still very common.

Environmental & weather

Staying safe in cold weather

Winter brings its own unique risks and hazards, but careful maintenance and risk management can help prevent property damage and injury.

Health & safety and protecting people

Work equipment

Generally, any equipment which is used by staff at work is considered to be work equipment.

Health & safety and protecting people

Visits and outings

Keeping people safe during visits and outings.