Risk Management for Baptist Churches
Effective risk management supports the safe and efficient running of your church.
Here you will find a range of guides, templates, tips and tools to help your church protect what matters. Our risk team also advise on maintenance and inspections to help you keep everything running smoothly.
Do you have a question about risk management?
Baptist Insurance customers also have access to our risk management advice line. You can ask a question on topics from construction to security by calling 0345 600 7531 or emailing us at risk.advice@baptist-ins.com.
Risk management articles
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Night shelters – on church property
An overview of the considerations your church should make for the smooth running of a night shelter.
Christmas preparations
Before the festive season begins, some general housekeeping at your church will help festivities to run smoothly.
Providing warm spaces
In response to the fuel crisis, many churches from all faiths are opening their buildings to provide a warm space to people experiencing fuel poverty.
Managing volunteers
How to protect the safety of volunteers including health and safety legislation, typical hazards and how to manage the risks.
A guide to community outreach
Community outreach is an extension of the ministry of many Baptist churches providing an opportunity to support the local community.
Church events – your responsibilities
Whatever your church event - fetes, concerts, garden parties, you have a duty of care for employees, volunteers and those attending.
Letting church buildings
Many churches play a vital role in their community and earn an income by offering their premises for hire to local clubs and classes.