Now it the time to safeguard your site/s. As we approach the year-end festivities, it’s time to pause and prepare for potential risks that might impact both personal and professional environments. This information primarily targets contractors but holds significant...

As a responsible construction company owner, you know the importance of insuring your plant and making sure that your other necessary policies are in place with CivilSure. But did you know that the number of instances of – and the size of – liability claims litigation is higher than ever, and climbing?

As a responsible construction company owner, you know the importance of insuring your plant and making sure that your other necessary policies are in place with CivilSure. But did you know that the number of instances of – and the size of – liability claims litigation is higher than ever, and climbing?

As a responsible construction company owner, you know the importance of insuring your plant and making sure that your other necessary policies are in place with CivilSure. But did you know that the number of instances of – and the size of – liability claims litigation is higher than ever, and climbing?

Civilsure understands the importance and necessity of comprehensive plant insurance at a reasonable rate. We also know that you expect impeccable service and attention to detail at claims stage. That is why we are committed to helping you choose the correct plant all risk (PAR) for your business needs.

You know that there are many risks associated with running a construction company. After civil unrest wreaked havoc in South Africa in June and July this year, you may be asking yourself: “What would happen if we should have to temporarily close our construction sites because of civil commotion, public disorder, rioting, looting, labour disturbances, strikes, a lockout – or even an act of terrorism?”

Employing smaller companies as sub- or independent contractors gives your own business more flexibility and allows local contractors to expand their business. But, did you know that as the client, you might be held civilly liable for any costs or compensation in case of work-related injuries or illness?

“PAR” stands for Plant All Risks, and is a section of insurance cover that is intended to cover all types of construction plant i.e. mobile yellow metal plant such as Graders, TLB’s, Excavators and / or non-mobile construction equipment such as scaffolding, generators and small tools. These are typically used on construction and civil engineering projects ranging from residential to commercial to large infrastructure projects. A PAR policy will cover risks that are fortuitous working accidents/ sudden and unforeseen losses or damages…

Understandably this can be a challenge as there is a myriad of cover available in the construction insurance landscape.

Let’s quickly unpack 5 Construction Insurance options for you.