Risk Management Presentation CEIST Conference September 2010 Adrian Sutton, Sutton Health and Safety Services

Claims Data- CEIST Property Claims Breakdown- 206 Claims Type of ClaimNo  Burst Pipes62  Storm40  Vandalism36  Break in/ Theft33  Flood4  Fire3  Other Causes28

Claims Data- CEIST Claims occurred since inception of CEIST Trust  Property Related Claims206  Liability Related Claims40  Total Cost of Claims2.5m  Property Claims represent 70% of the cost

Loss Prevention Measures  Identification of risks and exposures  Regular inspection of School Property  Renewal and repair of School Property as the need arises  Review of controls, loss prevention measures and procedures

Frost/ Freeze Protection  Maintain heat in the building  Fit frost thermostats  Remember to protect your oil supply from freezing  Leave internal doors open  Make sure all exposed pipes are properly lagged  Make sure all tanks and pipes in the roof spaces are also lagged

Storm Protection  Clean out gutters and down pipes of leaves and dirt  Keep tree branches trimmed  Check for broken, damaged or loose tiles  Check for flashing around skylights  Repair any damaged gutters or down pipes

Flood Protection  Raise to higher ground (upstairs or on worktops)- Furniture etc.  Move vehicles, valuables or other items to safety  Put sand bags or flood boards in place  Plug sinks/ baths  If possible clear blocked drains

Fire Protection  Fire risk assessments  Identify the fire hazards  Reduces these risks  Decide the physical fire precautions  Management arrangements

Fire Protection The terms “Risk” and “Hazard” are defined as follows: Hazard A Hazard is anything that has the potential to cause harm Risk The chance of that harm occuring

General Maintenance  Fire Safety  Electrical installation  Heating installation  Fire Fighting and detection equipment  Security  Water Damage  Weather

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