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Protecting gravestones, grounds, and visitors

Cemeteries in rural and urban locations have become destinations for walkers, joggers, cyclists, history buffs, genealogy researchers, nature enthusiasts, and tourists. These special spaces in our community need strong risk management programs, so that they can remain safe for everyone and enjoyed for future generations.

The increase in casual visitors, the natural aging of headstones and monuments, and the large number of older graves have all put a strain on the resources of organizations that operate cemeteries. They have also resulted in a sizeable increase in the number of claims arising from property damage and serious personal injury. The full article is avialalbe HERE.

Resource provided by: Ecclesiastical Insurance The information shared on this page is adapted from Ecclesiastical Insurance’s risk management resources for churches.