Managing Environment & Weather

Weather articles

Risk management articles for churches about the weather

New partnership with the Church of England Pensions Board

Ecclesiastical Financial Advice Services (EFAS) has signed an official partnership agreement with the Church of England Pensions Board.

Accidents and first-aid in churches

If someone is taken ill or is injured at your church premises, it can be important that immediate assistance is provided to them. This can save lives and may prevent minor injuries becoming major ones.

Work equipment in churches

Work equipment is machinery, appliances, apparatus, tools or installations for use at work (whether exclusively or not).

Safety signs in churches

Safety signs warn of hazards or advise people on what precautions to be taken to protect against danger.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes gloves, safety helmets, eye protection, high-visibility clothing, hearing protection and footwear.

Manual handling in churches

Manual handling is the transporting or supporting of loads by hand or the use of bodily force. This includes lifting, putting down, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving loads.

Hazardous substances in churches

Occasionally, some products or substances you may come across at your church premises can potentially be hazardous to health. Examples include bleach, weed killers, insecticides, petrol, dusts and asbestos.

Young people in churches

Whatever the extent to which young people are involved in your church, you will need to take steps to make sure that they remain safe.

Fundraising in less affluent areas

A guide giving specific help and assistance to churches fundraising in less affluent areas.