FIRE AND BUSINESS INTERRUPTION INSURANCE AND CLAIMS MANAGEMENT WEBINAR SERIES

TRAINING OBJECTIVE

The fire insurance portfolio is among the primary categories of property insurance that require careful underwriting and rating due to the wide range of covered risks and related perils. Additionally, this type of insurance generates some of the most substantial and complex claims, frequently necessitating the assistance of specialists such as loss adjusters.

This webinar series aims to enhance participants’ understanding and application of underwriting and rating principles for both Fire and Business Interruption Insurance, prudent management of property losses, and the claims recovery process.

COURSE CONTENT

Part I: Fire Underwriting & Risk Assessment
Dates: 1st–3rd September 2026
• Risk Assessment
• Fire Underwriting & Rating
• Use and Application of EML/PML

Part II: Business Interruption Insurance
Dates: 27th–29th October 2026
• Business Interruption Underwriting
• Business Interruption Rating
• Interpreting Financial Statements in Relation to BI Underwriting

Part III: Fire & BI Claims Management
Dates: 17th–19th November 2026
• Loss Adjustment Considerations
• Claims Management, Treaty Wordings & Required Documentation

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, participants should be able to:

i. Identify risk exposures to properties under Fire and Business Interruption policies.
ii. Assess the application of risk management tools to minimise or prevent losses.
iii. Explain the underwriting and rating processes for Fire and Business Interruption risks.
iv. Analyse the impact of fire losses on business interruption.
v. Evaluate and quantify loss amounts and claims payable by (re)insurers.

TARGET GROUP

This webinar series is aimed at underwriters, claims handlers, loss adjusters, and brokers dealing with property insurance, with at least three years of experience.

LOGISTICS

Delivery: Online via Microsoft Teams.

Time: 11:00 AM EAT / 10:00 AM CAT / 9:00 AM WAT / 8:00 AM GMT.

Participants are required to have a reliable internet connection and a digital device, preferably a laptop or tablet.

Each session will comprise a 90-minute presentation by the facilitators, followed by a 30-minute Question and Answer session to address participants’ questions, comments, and observations.

COST AND REGISTRATION

The registration fee is USD 50 per participant to attend Parts II and III of the webinar series.

All payments must be received in full by 21st October 2026. Please note that bank charges are payable by the participant. Ensure that the full amount is credited to our account.

To register, please scan the QR code or click the blue registration tab and complete the registration form by 19th October 2026.

For further assistance, email zepreacademy@zep-re.com.

CII CPD ACCREDITATION

Delegates participating in the Fire and Business Interruption Insurance and Claims Management Webinar Series can claim up to 16 CPD hours towards the CII member CPD scheme.

This accreditation demonstrates the quality of learning offered by ZEP-RE Academy and confirms that it meets the requirements of the CII member CPD scheme.

ABOUT ZEP-RE

ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company) is an institution of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). Its mandate is to promote and develop the insurance and reinsurance industry in the COMESA region, strengthen national and regional underwriting and retention capacity, and support sub-regional economic development.

ABOUT ZEP-RE ACADEMY

Established in 2016, ZEP-RE Academy delivers ZEP-RE’s founding mandate of training insurance and reinsurance industry personnel in the sub-region.

The Academy is a thought leader in professional skills development, conducting research and development to contribute to innovation and new product offerings, developing underwriting manuals, articles and publications, and mentoring young leaders.

ZEP-RE Academy partners with insurance institutes and insurance training institutions across the region to respond to the local needs and requirements of each market.

CONTACT US

Academy Email: zepreacademy@zep-re.com

Academy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zep-re-academy