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5 Working At Height FAQs
Construction is one of the most dangerous occupations to have, with figures showing that the fatal injury rate is four times the all-industry rate. As such, it’s essential that those in the industry have approximately the equipment, skills, knowledge and experience...
Do You Need An SIA Licence?
Anyone with ambitions to work as a security operative in the UK would be advised to see whether they need an Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence and, if so, what kind of licence is required for the work in question. Operating in the private security industry...
What Makes Security Business Insurance Different?
Every business has a set of challenges that make them unique, and the security sector is no different.
Security Guard Suffers Dog Bite While On Duty
There is always an element of risk involved for those working within the security industry and security guards in particular often find themselves faced with a wide range of different challenges to deal with while at work. Physical injury is a concern, of course, and...
Which Jobs Require Tradesmen Insurance?
Let’s have a look at three jobs that can benefit from tradesmen insurance.
What Insurance Does A New Restaurant Need?
To ensure you buy the right cover and receive professional advice make sure you are dealing with an independent insurance broker.
Almost A Quarter Of SMEs Have Bought Cyber Insurance Since Covid-19
According to reports nearly a quarter of small-to-medium businesses (SMEs) in the UK have bought cyber insurance since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
How To Get The Right Pub Insurance
Pubs and other late-night venues can be challenging and rewarding to run, but sometimes getting the correct insurance is not always easy. This is especially true if there are special features, such as a thatched roof. However, it’s well worth the effort to avoid...
Tradesman’s Tools Stolen From Van As He Worked On House
A tradesman lost an ‘extensive’ amount of tools from his van as it was parked outside a house in Uttoxeter, reports
Why Do You Need Specialist Insurance For A Thatched Roof?
Thatched roofing is sustainable, beautiful and provides a traditional rustic charm, but it can cause problems when it comes to trying to insure a property.
Construction Site Thefts Soar During Last 18 Months
Theft of plant and machinery equipment from building sites soared by 50% during the pandemic, according to the Construction Equipment Association (CEA)
Four-Fifths Of High-Growth Firms Are Underinsured, Survey Finds
New research has revealed that up to four-fifths of companies that have expanded significantly over the past two years are inadequately insured.
Could Pet Insurance Be An Employee Perk?
Offering pet insurance is a great way for employers to demonstrate that they care about employees.
What Is Landlord Insurance And Why Buy It?
Landlord insurance is cover that protects landlords from the risks associated with their rental properties, typically including buildings and contents insurance, and sometimes includes landlord-specific covers such as property owners’ liability, loss of rent, and...
Why Your Business Needs Cyber Insurance
Cyber crime against a small business can be incredibly damaging, and the recovery costs can mount up, especially when you include specialised repairs and legal fees.
Blaze Breaks Out At Durham Building Site
A dramatic fire at a building site in the city of Durham has provided a reminder of the importance for contractors to make sure they are comprehensively insured against unexpected incidents on construction sites. Building site accidents usually involve incidents such...
How Do Insurers Define Risk?
Risk is the most important part of all insurance policies. Calculating the cost of insurance policies is about defining the chance, severity, and number of risks that the insurer will pay for in case the worst happens.
There are as many different types of risk as there are risky events in the world, but insurers tend to place them into six specific categories. Most forms of risk fit in more than one category.
Don’t Overlook Insurance, New Landlord Guide Warns
New landlords have been warned not to ignore some of the costs they will face but might not have considered, one of which is getting insured. Landlord Today advised those investing in property that there are “a lot of expenses to consider” beyond mortgages and repair...
How To Set Up Small Business Insurance
If you’ve just set up your own small business, then we will explain what you need to know, what to expect, and what to consider to get the right business insurance for you.
Government Insurance Scheme Backs Live Music Events
Live music is only just making a return after lengthy lockdown restrictions across the country, the scheme has been welcomed by the music industry.
Side-Hustlers Advised To Check Their Insurance Cover Needs
The Express newspaper reports. If you have started a side hustle lately, the publication warns that running a business from private premises can leave you liable to a multitude of compensation claims.
The Infamous Guarantee That Changed Takeaway Deliveries
Different sectors require different types of insurance because the risks and issues can vary so wildly. Fast food delivery insurance is an excellent example of this, as it requires aspects of both restaurant insurance as well as insurance for fleets, drivers and other...
Small Businesses Warned Not To Scrimp On Insurance Polices
A report in Money Week suggests that some small companies stopped paying at least one type of insurance during the pandemic in an attempt to reduce their overheads.
Cumbrian Firms Warned About Under-Insurance
Many firms in the county of Cumbria are at risk of being under-insured, a local broker has warned.
