Blog Category: Safety Tips
March 2021
Home security advice when going on holiday
It’s that time of year when our minds start to turn to booking holidays. As the entire family gets ready to escape for a week or two, it’s important to remember the risks it can bring for your home. At this time of year, burglaries increase as more people leave their homes unattended for long...
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Gas BBQ safety tips
With warmer weather is on its way, many of us will be looking forward to firing up up the BBQ. But before you do, take a moment to consider these safety tips – particularly if you’ll using a gas BBQ to grill your sausages this summer. Of course, most of the normal safety warnings about...
Read MoreFebruary 2021
Candle fire safety tips
Candles may not seem like a huge fire risk – after all, many of us enjoy lighting a candle or two in the evenings – but it’s important to use them with care. Even if you regularly burn candles, make sure you are always taking the necessary precautions to protect your home and the people...
Read MoreDecember 2020
How to protect your business over the Christmas holiday
With the holidays approaching, we are all looking forward to some extended time away from work. Unfortunately, that time away can put your business premises at higher risk of theft, fire, flooding and other devastating incidents. Here is how to protect your business over the Christmas holiday while it’s receiving less attention from you and...
Read MoreNovember 2020
Christmas fire safety tips
From candles to trees, Christmas can be one of the most dangerous times of the year for fire. Official UK fire statistics show house fires are most common in December and consequently, insurers receive more fire claims in December than any other month. A little preparation and planning can help you avoid having your holidays...
Read MoreOctober 2020
Preparing a flood emergency kit
Clear thinking can be difficult in a crisis situation. Therefore, we’ve prepared a basic list of some items that you might like to have on hand before and during a flood. A basic emergency flood kit should include the following items: If you have any questions regarding a potential or ongoing flood insurance claim, please...
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