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How to make sure your air conditioning keeps its cool

July 21, 2022

If you’re going to have an air conditioning failure, it’s going to occur during early summer when most air conditioning breakdowns materialise. Here are some tips from HSB Engineering on how to avoid the most common air conditioning problems with a little strategic maintenance. Click here to download.

Cannabis and the associated fire hazards

July 14, 2022

Robert Brown

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The risks associated with illicit cannabis farms are clear, with fire being the most obvious hazard – and it is a problem that shows no signs of abating. Those who own and manage property need to take appropriate steps to avoid becoming a victim of something that is a growing issue for both them and…

Guest blog: Turning Tech Risks into Business Boosters

July 12, 2022

Robert Brown

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GPS Insurance Brokers looks after businesses across many sectors. We have seen that the last two years made our businesses ‘digital’ whether we like it or not. We believe that you can reduce the risks that have arisen around tech while adding value to your business. Our top tips come thanks to Digital Transformation and…

Driven to distraction

July 8, 2022

Robert Brown

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On the UK’s roads, the Department of Transport figures show the impact of distractions with 3,174 casualties in 2020 attributed to distractions in the vehicle and 516 attributed to distractions using a mobile phone. Many things inside and outside the vehicle that can cause a driver’s attention to be diverted such as mobile phones, infotainment…

Summer risk management: Arson

July 4, 2022

Robert Brown

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Arson

Arson accounted for 50.5% of all fires attended in 2017/18 by fire and rescue services in the whole of the United Kingdom according to the National Fire Chiefs. Arson a significant issue and one that needs to be considered as part of your overall fire prevention strategy. Any fire has the potential to spread at…

The risk of summer fires

June 30, 2022

Robert Brown

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Is your business more vulnerable in the summer? From long dry spells, to weekend BBQs, carelessly discarded cigarette butts to glass-magnified sun rays on dry grassland – the summer months may bring situations which can lead to fire. You might have equipment which operates in direct sunlight. The elevated summer temperatures may mean the equipment…

Bicycles have topped ‘most wanted’ list by UK thieves

May 30, 2022

Robert Brown

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Bicycles, Theft

Recent analysis published by our insurer partner Zurich shows a sharp overall drop in claims for burglary over the past four years but a steep rise in bike thefts, as they now top the list of the most-stolen household items. Total burglary rates have plummeted by over two thirds, reflecting a nationwide trend with people…

The benefits of a ‘cyber-risk aware’ culture

May 3, 2022

Robert Brown

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Cyber Insurance

A firm without standalone cyber cover is effectively rolling the dice, hoping their other covers will protect them following a cyber-attack and accepting they will have to pay a higher excess as a result. On the other hand, simply having standalone cyber cover sends a message that the firm is committed to protecting its cyber…

London basements at risk following flash flooding

April 25, 2022

Robert Brown

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Flooding

Following the flash floods in London last year, it was reported that the London fire brigade said it had taken around 300 calls – mostly about flooded basements or roads. Furthermore, Loss adjusters since identified several claims worth in excess of £100,000 connected to properties with extensive basements. Obviously basements and lower ground floors are more…

Road safety and workplace considerations during Ramadan

April 7, 2022

Robert Brown

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Ramadan

Road safety and workplace considerations during Ramadan Ramadan is one of the most important religious celebrations in the Islamic calendar during which participants observe strict rules that include fasting from food or water between sunrise and sunset. This year it started on the evening of Saturday 2nd April and ends on the evening of Monday…

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How to make sure your air conditioning keeps its cool

Cannabis and the associated fire hazards

Guest blog: Turning Tech Risks into Business Boosters

Driven to distraction

Summer risk management: Arson

The risk of summer fires

Bicycles have topped ‘most wanted’ list by UK thieves

The benefits of a ‘cyber-risk aware’ culture

London basements at risk following flash flooding

Road safety and workplace considerations during Ramadan

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