Utility Business Insurance for Public Utilities
Managing risk cost effectively is an essential component to maintaining the utility’s financial health. Through a comprehensive insurance program developed by Hometown Connections and Marsh USA, members of the American Public Power Association are securing group purchasing premiums on insurance packages designed specifically for municipal utilities that are averaging 20 to 40% lower in the first year than those available to utilities purchasing individually.
Our Partner for Utility Business Insurance
Benefits
Marsh USA secures excellent pricing, terms, and conditions by leveraging the combined purchasing power and superior risk profile of municipal utilities.
Features
Marsh USA experts create the right insurance solutions for the unique business requirements of community-owned utilities and deliver strategic risk management services and resources critical to future success.
ARGUS Property Insurance for Power Generators
- Designed for power generators, the policy is an “All-Risk” format covering such perils as fire, flood, severe weather, terrorism, and mechanical/electrical failures.
- The policy pays for replacement cost, rather than depreciated value.
- There is no sharing of policy limits or deductibles, and the policies are non-assessable.
- The program is underwritten by a panel of “A”-rated insurance companies in London, Europe, and the U.S.A, reducing the risk of single carrier financial issues.
- A claims specialist is available to assist in the preparation of documents, quantification of the claim, and claim submission to underwriters.
- An asset appraisal service can be included (some restrictions apply).
- Marsh Wortham Power Gen Insurance will provide a side-by-side comparison of the ARGUS Program and the utility’s or joint action agency’s present insurance program.
Property & Casualty Insurance for Distribution Utilities
- Distribution-only utilities may purchase insurance packages that offer lower costs and broader coverage. All lines of insurance are available, including workers compensation, public officials’ liability, general liability, automotive, umbrella, and terrorism insurance.
Third-Party Property Damage Recovery Program
- This program recovers the costs of poles, traffic lights, and other fixed assets damaged by automobiles. It recovers costs from the automobile insurance of the drivers at fault. There are no upfront costs to the utility. If the recovery is successful, the service provider normally keeps 20% of the recovered funds but through a special offer valid thru 12/31/19, Marsh USA is reducing the recovery rate to 15%.
Voluntary Employee Benefits Program
- With very little cost to the utility, employees can choose to purchase additional coverage for dental, vision, disability, critical illness, cancer, hospital indemnity, accident, and whole life insurance. The benefits are 100 percent employee paid, with employer contribution strategies available. The program may be customized to fit employee’s needs. No health questions are required, no one is denied, and all products are portable.
Cyber Liability Insurance
- Protection from liability and recovery costs from a data breach in which customer or employee personal information is exposed or stolen.
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