Learning to Live with Wildfire, Part 2
FireSmart tools and strategies to help your clients protect what matters most
By Cheryl Evans of Climate Ready Together, Magda Zachara of CIFF/FireSmart Canada, and Sarah Polson of IBABC
1.0 Technical Credit for Level 1, 2, and 3 General Insurance Agents and Salespersons.
To qualify for CE credit…
– Read the entire article carefully, including all its sections and content labelled ‘Mandatory’.
– Select the ‘Mark Complete’ button at the end of each section to track your progress.
– Successfully challenge the quiz to demonstrate your learning.
– Select the ‘Completion Certificate’ link to save and download your personalized completion certificate.
Please Note: CE credits from this HyperArticleTM can only be used once towards your CE requirements every three licence periods. For further information on CE regulations, please refer to the Insurance Council of BC’s website.
Overview
Wildfire risks continue to escalate across Canada, putting communities and properties at unprecedented risk. This second of two HyperArticlesTM examines practical FireSmart tools and zone-by-zone strategies to help your clients protect their homes from ignition. You’ll learn how targeted property maintenance, ignition-resistant upgrades, and financial incentives can significantly lower wildfire losses. By completing this HyperArticleTM, you’ll be well informed to clear up common client misconceptions, explain policy coverage effectively, and guide policyholders toward proactive risk-reduction resources to help safeguard both their properties and the insurance industry’s stability.
Click here for Learning to Live with Wildfire, Part 1.
When you’re ready, please go to the first content section…
Click here to read this HyperArticle™ in the BC Broker magazine:
Optional References
For further information and resources:
National Research Council's National Guide for Wildland-Urban Interface Fires