CONSTRUCTION AND PLANT INSURANCE

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1 CONSTRUCTION AND PLANT INSURANCE

2 It s a real breath of fresh air working with an insurance broker who really understands the risks that face our industry and the specialist needs of our business. The team at Towergate are courteous, knowledgeable and always ready to help with any queries we have. I am happy to recommend Towergate. Chris Turner, Operations Director Having worked with the team at Towergate for 10+ years, I am delighted to recommend their insurance services. Their focus on our specialist insurance needs has never diminished and their attention to detail gives us confidence that they are working with our best interests at heart. Towergate understand our industry and, more importantly, our business. John Hewitt, J Hewitt Crane Hire Ltd

3 INTRODUCTION TO TOWERGATE INSURANCE An insurance program should be fluid enough to react to changing business needs. Specialising in the construction and plant sectors, Towergate Insurance focus on providing bespoke insurance and risk management proposals for our clients. Towergate has built up many years of experience helping to protect the construction industry, with customers ranging from small building enterprises to major civil engineering organisations. We passionately believe that when designing an insurance program, particularly in construction /plant sectors, it is imperative to consider risk transfer and risk management, with the same focus to ensure organisations are making informed decisions around policies they buy, but also considering all risks to the business. As one of the UK s largest corporate and SME insurance brokers, our proposition to you is underpinned by strong relationships with leading insurance partners, who in turn appreciate that we place you, our client, at the centre of everything we do. Help when you need it most If the worst should happen and you need to make a claim, we will guide you through what can be a difficult and time consuming process. At Towergate our aim is to negotiate a fair and prompt claims settlement on your behalf. With an in-house claims facility and expert technical knowledge, we will endeavour to get you back to business as usual as fast as possible. Towergate Insurance are proud members of the following trade associations: 3

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5 KEY FEATURES We can offer bespoke packages that may include any of the following: Public Liability Employers Liability Contract works Own plant Hired in plant All risks on Tools Business combined for your own premises and contents Engineering insurance and inspection cover Professional Indemnity Personal Accident and Travel Directors and Officers Liability Full Policy and Cover Details available upon request. ABOUT OUR TEAM Our dedicated construction team offer experience, expertise and product knowledge, and are committed to providing a personal approach to your service. Ross Hayden Development Executive M: T: ross.hayden@towergate.co.uk Ian Edmondson FCII, Account Director M: T: ian.edmondson@towergate.co.uk Kerry Price BA (Hons), Account Executive M: T: kerry.price@towergate.co.uk Amanda Stephenson Cert CII, Account Executive M: T: amanda.stephenson@towergate.co.uk 5

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7 HEALTH & SAFETY Insure with us and make 2017 the year you get the Health & Safety of your business into great shape MEET YOUR HEALTH & SAFETY OBLIGATIONS WITH EASE WITH OUR NEW PORTAL FREE FOR 6 MONTHS We thought we d make 2017 special for potential new clients. We re offering you access to an industry innovation that we know your business is sure to benefit from each and every day if you insure with Towergate Insurance. The new Towergate Risk Management portal. This invaluable comprehensive website-based service that has been designed to assist you with everything that is vital to maintain compliance in relation to Health & Safety, Human Resources, Business Continuity and Driving Risk. As a potential client your business can keep up to speed with current legislation FREE. Providing automatic updates about any changes made to regulations, the portal also guides you, step by step, to bring to light any gaps that need addressing in your existing Health and Safety arrangements. Together with access to free online downloads about effective risk assessment and a suite of other forms you re sure to find useful. The benefits are clear and this will make your new year: it s FREE for 6 months! Become a member and you ll also be able to enjoy the following key benefits: 24/7 access to your personal Health & Safety Expert Alerts and updates about current and future legislation Help with building your Health & Safety Policy with the online questionnaire Notification of industry specific Health & Safety news Tips on how to reduce risk, maintain staff welfare and stay profitable Advice on how to manage your driving risks Get all the support you need to help keep complex Health & Safety matters simple Membership of this essential service would normally cost a minimum of 90 per annum. However, for a limited time only, we are offering you this service FREE for 6 months. This is because we are certain the portal will make a genuine difference to your business operations day-to-day, protect your bottom line, and help ensure a safe and productive working environment for you and your employees. Try it for FREE and see. 7

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9 TRACKUNIT - IMPROVING BUSINESS Trackunit has several solutions that significantly reduces the risk of theft and prevents unauthorised use which dramatically improves onsite safety. Trackunit benefits: Prevent theft and recover stolen plant faster Increase job-site safety and use through access control Make sure your assets are working as they should Promote your H&S processes to your customers Mitigate the risk of working at height About Trackunit Trackunit is the world s leading provider of access control, immobilisation and tracking for the construction industry. Based in Denmark, but with offices around the world including the UK. Protect your equipment From simple track and trace and immobiliser to complex access control systems Trackunit can prevent theft from taking place in the first place and help you track your plant if stolen. Keeping people safe With Trackunit s Dual ID (RFID or PIN-code) access control system installed, no-one can start your plant without the correct authorisation. Safety is not a choice any-more and Trackunit s technology links operator competence and safety to plant use. The solution is compatible with industry cards like CSCS or the IPAF PAL Smart- cards. Trackunit facts and numbers: 210,000+ trackers deployed worldwide 7,000+ customers 25+ OEM relationships Supply most of the major European plant rental companies Trackunit control both hardware and software value chain they are NOT a distributor 9

10 VERTIKAL DAYS Vertikal Days is the largest crane, access and telehandler event in Europe in Towergate Insurance are repeat exhibitors at Vertikal Days which is also supported by key trade associations such as the CPA (Construction Plant Hire Association) and IPAF (International Powered Access Federation). The event had over 200 exhibitors in 2016 and 2,400 visitors, giving Towergate the perfect opportunity to interact with existing clients but to also discuss insurance requirements with potential prospects. With Towergate specialising heavily in the crane, access and plant sectors this gives us the presence to showcase our ability on a wider scale. PLANTWORX Plantworx is established as a UK Biennial showcase for construction equipment, tools, plant and services. It s designed to attract all types of construction professionals from construction equipment hire and manufacturing to training services. It is organised by the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) and supported by the CPA (Construction Plant Hire Association). Towergate Insurance are repeat exhibitors at Plantworx and the total visitor attendance from 2015 was 14,000. The 2015 Plantworx event gave Towergate a wider opportunity to discuss face to face with both client and prospects, and further showcase our specialisms in the construction and plant sector. 10

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12 Towergate Insurance 7th Floor, West One, 114 Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 1BA Tel: Towergate Insurance is a trading name of Towergate Underwriting Group Limited. Registered in England No Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered Address: Towergate House, Eclipse Park, Sittingbourne Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3EN.