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Education risk guidance
Specific risk management guidance for the education sector.
Education risk management articles
Managing risks effectively can ensure the safety and welfare of your staff, students and visitors.
You can search for risk management guidance from our in-house team of specialists. Ecclesiastical customers can contact the team with questions via our risk advice line.
And, if you need additional support, we've compiled a list of market-leading specialists who form our trusted preferred supplier network. As an Ecclesiastical customer, you may also receive a preferential rate.
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.
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.
Risks and benefits - constructing contemporary school buildings
Watch our 10 minute videos with John Melbourne, Principal Risk Management Surveyor.
Electrical inspections and safety
Despite increasingly high standards, fires caused by faulty electrical wiring and equipment are still very common.
A guide to good tree management
Trees bring beauty, shade and natural diversity to any landscape, but they can also present hazards. Careful management is key.
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.
Visits and outings
Keeping people safe during visits and outings.
Dry powder extinguishers
Caution is required when using dry powder extinguishers. In the wrong environment, they can cause unintended damage.
Protect your school from metal theft
Metal on roofs, gates and pipes is a growing target for thieves. Here’s how to protect your school from metal theft.
Security
How to manage security risks.
Work on wet systems
Work carried out on wet systems provides an additional hazard during building works, construction projects or routine maintenance.