Risk Management for Methodist Churches
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Night shelters
Night shelters are a brilliant way to support homeless people in the community. Read our guidance to understand your responsibilities and what to look out for.
Risk calendar
Key dates through the year to help you look after and protect your church and those who use it.
Storm safety advice
What to do before, during and after a storm
Preparing your church for Christmas
Special events and services run over the festive season are likely to attract additional visitors to your church, so it's important you prepare.
Withdrawal of BT Redcare Alarm Signalling products – an insurer view
In early 2024 BT Redcare announced they were to stop selling new alarm signalling products from the end of February 2024, and all their existing product services will end on 1st August 2025 or earlier where contractual services are due to expire before then.
Shed security
The contents of your sheds and other outbuildings might add up to more than you think. Make sure you keep them secure this summer.
Infrared heating technology
As church communities continue to take steps to reduce their carbon emissions to help tackle the effects of climate change, considering different types of heating provision may form part of any proposed changes.
Heated seat cushions
Using lithium-ion battery-powered heated seat cushions.
Electrical wiring – inspections and safety
The use of electricity has the potential to cause considerable damage or injury, so regular inspections of your church’s electrical wiring and devices is essential.
Fire safety for Methodist churches
The causes of fires are numerous and varied but there are some very simple, practical things you can do to minimise the risk of a fire breaking out in your church.
Closed churches
Taking a proactive approach to managing unoccupied churches can help preserve these buildings for future use.
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.