Statements of Fact - On Demand Webinar

We are offering members another chance to view these two one hour CPD talks which were given by Martin Loose, an independent consultant with over 30 years of commercial insurance experience.

They will be available to view on demand between the dates shown. If you would like to view these webinars, please use the Book Now button below. We will confirm your booking and then send you a link shortly before the videos become available.

Please note that this facility is only available to CII/PFS members for their personal use and must not be shared with, or promoted to, anyone else. You will need to enter your PIN at the time of booking.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this seminar, attendees will be able to:

Statements of Fact

• demonstrate an understanding of common construction terminology including “standard construction”, “non- combustible”, “timber framed” and “Composite Panels”

• identify some common building materials and state whether they are combustible or non-combustible

• explain what the IEE/IET Regulations are and show a basic understanding of electrical inspection requirements

• describe the property insurance issues associated with portable heaters, recharging of forklift truck batteries, listed buildings, flat roofs and flammable substances

• explain what insurers’ normal expectations would be regarding basic fire protection measures including fire extinguishers

Beyond Statements of Fact

• explain what is meant by “Modern Methods of Construction” (MMC) and associated terminology including “modular”, “cross-laminated timber”, “insulated render system” and “Aluminium Composite Materials”

• show an understanding of insurers' concerns relating to MMC

• list the key items that should be checked on an Electrical Installation Condition Report

• identify common heating systems that use renewable energy and the key control measures that insurers look for

• describe the property insurance issues relating to waste storage and removal, kitchen extraction system maintenance and gas bottle storage

• explain why insurers may ask for kitchen fire suppression systems in some catering risks and in simple terms how these systems work

If you would like to download copies of the presentations, please click on the links below:

Statements of Fact Slides

Beyond Statements of Fact Slides

About Our Speaker
Martin Loose has more than 32 years’ experience within the Risk Control divisions of major commercial insurers (GRE and AXA). Until recently, he managed an operational team of surveyors; a role which included maintaining technical standards, staff development, regional technical support to underwriters and brokers as well as carrying out some property and business interruption surveys himself.

He is now a self-employed Risk Consultant undertaking surveys for insurance companies and brokers in the West Sussex area.