OVERVIEW The most common insurance claim churches make is for fires. In most cases these fires are preventable. Use this download to assess your church's risk of fire and determine practical steps you can take to protect your building and people from the devastation of a church fire. TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW Burning Down the House Practices that can reduce your church’s risk of fire. by Jeff Hanna ASSESSMENT Lowering Your Risk of Church Fires Is your facility safe? by Jeff Hanna HOW TO When the Church Burns Down How to respond when disaster strikes. by David S. Swift HOW TO Fire Safety Starts Before the Alarm Sounds An evacuation plan can eliminate confusion and save lives in the event of a church fire. by Laura Brown HOW TO Fires in Church Kitchens Two common practices that put you at risk. by Robert H. Welch, Ph.D FOR FACILITIES MANAGERS Heating and Electrical Systems Can Spark Trouble Routine inspections can protect your church from fires. by Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company FOR BUILDING COMMITTEES Choosing a Fire-Detection System Essential equipment to keep your church from getting burned. by Malcolm Nygren REDUCING THE RISK Preventing Arson What your church can do to avoid becoming a statistic. by James Cobble Jr. IT’S TRUE In Case of Unholy Smoke How fire drills saved lives at one church. by Mary Louise Kitsen LEADER’S GUIDE Resource Center Quick tips and recommended resources. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Type: Download Pages: 27 Copyright: June 2007 RELATED PRODUCTS Fire Prevention & Control Checklist Risk Management Handbook for Churches & Schools |
