The roof of a school building can be a strange and fascinating place. If it is not regularly inspected and cleared, it can become home to Frisbees, balls, debris and other materials. These foreign objects can cause significant problems that…
Athletic tournaments and camps are common at school locations. Not only does such an event provide the school with an opportunity to encourage athletic competition, and it could also be a significant fundraiser for the specific program hosting it. Of…
As one of the biggest areas in a school, a stage or auditorium may seem like a tempting place to use as storage. Unfortunately, it can also become a major fire hazard—especially if proper maintenance is not performed on the…
As a new year unfolds, educational institutions face a rapidly changing commercial insurance landscape. Our whitepaper, 2025 commercial insurance trends and how to navigate them, offers insights and actionable tips on a variety of topics, including: Weather-related disasters and catastrophes…
There’s nothing like a school fair or festival to buoy the spirits of students, staff members and parents alike. Depending on the scope of your fair, you may offer inflatable bounce houses, pony rides, wagon rides or a dunk tank…
At some schools, students and community members are fortunate to have access to makerspace programs—workspaces in which they can practice skills associated with a particular hobby. Some of those hobbies include woodworking, metalworking, photography, glassblowing, ceramics and 3D printing. This…
The crisp temperatures and colorful fall leaves have officially given way to cold temperatures, snow and ice. As you work to keep both students and staff safe, the following are important reminders about winter weather preparedness: Clearing sidewalks and parking…
There are few places in a school that carry as much risk as the cafeteria and kitchen area. From burns and cuts, to potential allergic reactions, to contamination possibilities, countless different incidents can occur in this part of your schools…
We are fast approaching the season Of leaves falling and crisp, cold air And before we know it soon There will be snowflakes everywhere. Check on the HVAC units To ensure all are working right And make sure that all…
If you were to guess the most frequent claims insurance companies receive from schools, what would you predict? Fire? Vandalism? No, the highest number of claims comes from slip, trip and fall (STF) incidents, which can quickly become costly—both in…