Claims Assistant Management Program
With winter on its way, now is the time to
prepare for the impending ice, snow and freezing temperatures. Historically,
the winter season results in an increase of property damage and a higher
frequency of premises injuries.
Our goal is to help ensure that the
appropriate preventative measures are in place to protect your facilities and
those who utilize them. The following is a partial checklist of some
preparatory and maintenance measures you can take to prepare your organization
for the impending weather conditions:
Building
Winterization
·
Backup power sources need to be inspected
and meet approved alternative heat sources as defined by the Fire Marshal.
·
Ensure water and/or drainpipes are well
insulated. Make sure ends join tightly and joints are wrapped and taped. Cables
or tapes that heat pipes should be professionally installed.
·
Inspect buildings regularly and maintain an
inspection schedule for all buildings, including unoccupied buildings or
facilities.
·
Make certain unoccupied spaces receive
adequate heating to keep pipes from freezing.
·
Check that crawl spaces, roof hatches and
attic accesses are all closed and properly insulated.
·
Identify water shutoff valves and make sure
staff is aware of their locations, in the event of an emergency.
·
Inspect gutters and down spouts, checking
for any leaking connections, excess debris, or obstructed flows. Also check
that the water drains away from the building
·
When freezing temperatures hit, check
temperatures in buildings at least twice daily.
Some
info courtesy of CIAW