Unoccupied Premises Checklist Aviva Standard

This unoccupied premises checklist helps property and facilities teams manage vacant buildings in line with the Aviva loss prevention standard. It covers management procedures such as notifying insurers and authorities, assigning responsibility, and keeping formal weekly inspections. Security measures include perimeter integrity, doors and windows, key control, alarms to BS EN 50131 part 1, and CCTV to BS 8418, with lighting and guard protocols. Fire safety guidance includes removing combustibles, isolating utilities, fire alarm to BS 5839 part 1, sprinkler maintenance, and frost protection. Health and safety items address updated risk assessments, lone worker controls, glazing and masonry condition, and pollution prevention. General precautions include draining water systems, clearing gutters and drains, maintaining roofs, cutting vegetation, and planning for unauthorised occupation.