Previous events
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Development of Parametric Business Interruption Insurance
This webinar looks at some of the new developments being introduced in parametric business interruption (BI) insurance and the gaps in cover that exist. The session will explore the current limitations of conventional BI cover, the parametric covers currently available and in development and will also compare cover between the different policy types. This webinar builds on our previous introduction to parametric insurance but is also suitable as a standalone session for anyone who wants to find out more about this innovative type of insurance and its impact on the BI market.
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Hawkins Webinar - Should a Building be Demolished Following a Fire?
In this session Yang will demonstrate the methodology and technology Hawkins uses to conduct structural assessment of fire damaged structures.
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Hawkins Webinar - The Perennial Problem of Bulk Cargo Liquefaction
Nico’s presentation will answer the following questions: · What is liquefaction? · Which cargoes pose a risk when carried? · How can that risk be mitigated?
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Webinar: Credit Hire - the what, when, how and who
This webinar looks at the development of credit hire, the legalities, and how the current market operates. It also includes some significant case studies and how the concept might develop in the future.
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Annual General Meeting 2023
We need you! To get down to our AGM... Your local institute council invites you to attend our 2023 Annual General Meeting in order to hear first-hand reports from council members on previous and future activities and vote on the appointment of new council members for the forthcoming year. If you feel you could make a positive contribution to your institute, it is an ideal first step to becoming involved. Our Annual General Meeting will be taking place both in person and remotely again this year. Please let us know you are joining us by booking your place today!
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Hawkins Webinar - Escape of Water: Really a Materials Problem?
Chun Chan will discuss how the fault is often placed on a defective component when an escape of water occurs, and how Hawkins investigates other potential causes to identify the real issue.
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Webinar – Let's Talk Menopause
The menopause can have a big impact on the daily lives of employees and, in turn, have a negative impact on their performance and attendance at work. This session aims to help raise awareness of the challenges it can cause and the simple actions that can help women thrive in the workplace.
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Hawkins Webinar - The Use of Drones to Inspect Fire-Damaged Buildings
This session will look at how drones can overcome the challenges of restricted access and assist in the production of comprehensive illustrated reports.
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Webinar: Emerging Risks
This session on Emerging Risks looks at some of the issues that are changing the insurance industry – in terms of ways of working, and new insurance solutions being developed. It will address the following: Use of AI • implications for insurers • use of AI by insurers Autonomous vehicles • insurance implications ESG issues • climate change – new insurance solutions, reporting and mitigation • well-being – employees, diversity • social responsibility • geo-political issues – effect on insurance
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Hawkins Webinar - The Need for Speed: Estimating speed in collision investigations
This session will cover methods in which an expert might estimate vehicle speeds, including a discussion on their reliability and limitations.
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Overcoming and Managing Adversity
Jonny Huntington is a para-athlete and explorer and now aims to be the first disabled person ever to reach the South Pole solo, unsupported and unassisted. His story about the journey he has made to train for his ultimate goals and also the mental health challenges he has faced along the way, will bring a unique and personal insight to this very important matter. During the evening, Jonny will also talk to our members about setting goals, overcoming challenges and methods we can all use to stay positive and focussed and manage when things do not go to plan.
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Hawkins Webinar - MEWPs on Construction Sites: A Lower Risk Option
This session will look at the types of Mobile Elevated Working Platforms available including: - training and qualifications required - potential hazards - examples of MEWP related incidents
View event detailsAn Introduction to Parametric Insurance
This introduction to parametric insurance is an excellent opportunity for attendees to develop their understanding of this type of cover, how it differs from other insurance solutions, and its potential. Parametric insurance is not new but is being developed for SMEs and provides options for previously uninsurable risk, such as flood.
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Hawkins Webinar - BLEVEs: The Hidden Dangers of Back Boilers
This session will cover the risks associated with domestic back boilers, and how environmental factors and incorrect decommissioning can result in catastrophic damage to property.
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Hawkins Webinar - Crane Safety - Not just torquing nuts! A review of the Carol Anne crane collapse
A review of a fatal crane accident that occurred on the Carol Anne workboat off Mull in 2015 including: - the mechanics of the incident - the complexity of crane mounting - the benefits of investigating at an early stage
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