Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

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Tips to help safely manage your facility

Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

6 Key Risks to Museums and Fine Art Entities

Museum and cultural institutions art is often fragile, easily damaged and difficult to protect. Explore the six risk exposures in fine art, including fire, theft and moisture.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

The Impact of Infrastructure Projects on Skilled Technicians

Learn how more infrastructure projects may drain the pool of trained technicians, increasing risks of equipment and machinery breakdowns.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Tips to Mitigate Infrastructure-Related Supply Chain and Workforce Risk

Find advice and tips for equipment and machinery owners to navigate the challenges arising from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL).

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Resuming Building Operations After an Extended Shutdown

Ensure that your property is protected and ready for use after a temporary shutdown by inspecting and maintaining emergency systems, electrical and mechanical equipment, and roofing.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Returning Idle Equipment to Service After an Extended Shutdown

Returning equipment to normal operation after an extended idle period, such as following the COVID-19 pandemic, can increase the risk of equipment failure, particularly during startup.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Fire Protection Systems

There are several different fire protection systems to help protect against fires, including sprinkler systems and extinguishers. Learn more about the different fire protection systems now.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Commercial Boiler Maintenance

Proper commercial boiler maintenance can help protect your business against heating-related accidents.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Fire Detection Systems

A fire detection system is a key component of a property protection program. Learn the difference between a heat detector and a smoke detector with info from Travelers.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Fire Hazards in the Workplace

Equipment overheating and electrical problems are a couple of workplace fire hazards you need to be aware of.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Tips to Help Keep Employees and Visitors Safe in Parking Lots

Slippery conditions, uneven surfaces and poor lighting can make parking lots and garages hazardous for employees and visitors. Explore tips to help keep your parking lots safe.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Building a Commercial Roof Inspection Plan

Routine roof maintenance and inspection can help prevent damage to your commercial property and keep your business safe.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Developing a Winter Storm Plan for Your Business

Help protect your business from a roof collapse by having a snow removal plan, including when to remove snow and who will do the work. Learn more from Travelers.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

How to Help Protect Against Roof Collapse

Understand how much snow/ice your roof can handle and get tips on snow removal and other strategies for preventing roof collapse after a winter storm.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Premises Security and Liability

Help prevent premises liability issues like slips, trips and falls, as well as safety risks like fires and assaults, with premises security tips.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Preventing Frozen Pipes for Businesses

Help prevent frozen pipes at your business, including preventing frozen sprinkler pipes. Help keep your business safe this winter with tips from Travelers.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Property Loss Prevention Plan

Property loss can hurt your business. Learn about property loss prevention and get tips on property preservation programs and plans from Travelers.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Temporary Job Site Shutdowns in Construction

Whether planned or unplanned, a construction shutdown can have a significant impact on a project’s potential for loss. The following resource offers guidance on how to maintain site safety and security during periods of inactivity.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Tips to Help Address the Impact of Unexpected Property Shutdowns

During this unprecedented time, many businesses are beginning to close their doors to the public or shut down entirely. Here are some important things you can do to prepare.

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Facilities Management Safety Tips and Resources

Vendor Risk Management Guidelines

Outsourcing to third-party providers for facilities management can increase risk.

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