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Property Protection
It is important to advise Financial Services on (02) 4221 5264 or (02) 4221 5971, of any claim notification or of a situation that may give rise to a possible claim as soon as possible.
Property Protection provides the University with cover for material loss of University owned assets, including buildings, plant, machinery, stock and merchandise and personal property (with restrictions). The policy also provides cover for assets for which the University assumes responsibility.
Protection is subject to certain terms, exclusions, conditions and limitations.
It is important to notify the Insurance Officer (Financial Services) of the following situations to ensure adequate protection can be arranged:
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Purchase, construction or occupancy of new premises, alteration, vacation, temporary unoccupancy, extension or demolition of existing premises;
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Increase in values and addition of assets of value for buildings and contents which exceeds $10,000,000.
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If UOW is to care for or use a piece of equipment/item (art work, faculty equipment etc) and the value is more than $100,000.
Property Claim Form
Certificate of Currency
To View Property Protection Wording
Please note that the following FAQ's are to be used as a guide only.
FAQ's
We are borrowing an Item from another source, is it covered under UOW's property insurance?
If UOW agrees to care for or use a piece of equipment/item (art work, faculty equipment etc) and the value is more than $100,000 you will need to notify the Insurance Officer (Financial Services) to ensure adequate insurance is arranged. All items under this amount are included in the Property Protection provided that the terms of the loan state that UOW is responsible for insurance.
What excess amounts apply under this policy?
There is a $5,000 excess under this policy which will be deducted from the total amount claimed, should it be successful.
How do I make a claim?
It is important that you contact the Insurance Officer (Financial Services) as soon as you are aware of a situation that may give rise to a claim. You will need to advise of:
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Description and details of occurrence i.e. fire, burglary, vandalism;
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Date and time of occurrence;
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Who has been notified i.e. Police, Security, Buildings & Grounds, OH&S;
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An approximate total expected damage/replacement cost.