This covers loss or damage to plant and equipment which is not loaned or borrowed by you but hired in by you, where you are responsible under the terms of hire contract, anywhere in the UK.

Various single item limits can be arranged depending on the type of equipment you are hiring-cover extends automatically to include the cost of continued hiring charges following an insured loss.

Hired in wood chipping machinery is not automatically insured under this section, but cover can be extended on request. Cover for plant and equipment hired out by you can also be covered against loss or damage.

Generally Insurers will want to see a good standard of physical security however they are flexible and are generally prepared to adjust requirements to suit your individual circumstances. Theft from unattended vehicles can also be included.

You will be required to meet the first specified amount of any claim. Policy excess levels vary according to circumstances.

If you are a Tree Surgeon, an Arborist or a Forestry Contractor and are looking for Hired In or Hired Out Plant & Equipment Insurance or for that matter any other Tree Surgery or Forestry Insurance we have the products and expertise to satisfy all you needs.

Require more information? email surrey@lycetts.co.uk