top tips

IDENTIFY THE EFFECTS ON YOUR BUSINESS

The Checklist on this site can help you assess how climate change will affect your business.

CHECK YOUR FLOOD RISK

Check with the Environment Agency whether your business is in a flood risk area.

GET HELP AND ADVICE

There is a lot of information and advice available to help you prepare.

LEARN FROM OTHERS

Talk to other businesses in your area to share, and learn from, good practice.

REDUCE RISK

Develop a business continuity plan to manage and reduce disruption from severe weather events.

PLAN AHEAD

Consider how your customers’ needs (for example, increased demand for cold refreshments) may affect your business.

CHECK YOUR INSURANCE

Check with your insurance company that you are fully insured, particularly against the effects of flood and storm damage.

PRACTICAL ACTIONS

Take some practical steps to minimise the potential impacts to your business, for example by using a flood board, collecting rainwater, or providing shade…and plant trees!

RAISE AWARENESS

Raise visitor awareness of any risks and communicate the positive steps you have taken.

REVIEW HEALTH & SAFETY PROCEDURES

Be aware of the health risks posed by climate change, communicate them to staff and visitors (for example, highlight need for sun protection).