Has anyone claimed on the BASC insurance?
Do you know what you are covered for?
I must admit personally I don't even know what members are covered for. I went onto their site, first time for years and couldn't find anything about it.
I am a member but is it worth it?
the insurance cover in memberships with organisations such as BASC is generally just personal liability insurance i.e. cover you if you are responsible for damage to other peoples property (or other people!). It is not designed to cover damage to rifles or other equipment.
Many people will already have Personal Liability (and possibly legal costs cover) with their house insurance policies
We need to have insurance, but insurance cover should not be our be main reason for joining an organisation,whatever organisation you join is up to to you,but choose one that is standing up for your sport, maybe you should ask yourself what you can do for them and your sport rather than what they can do for you.
As a pro I can't get insurance through being an organisation member, insurance costs me in access of £300 per year which makes insurance through one of the organisations for a recreational stalker look very attractive especially when you consider other benefits being a member can provide.
One of our members tripped and shot his foot off. BASC insurance paid him out £1,000.
BASC member insurance covers:
Public liability - £10m
Product liability - £10m
Employer liability - £10m
Firearms legal expenses - £100k
Personal Accident - £50k
Yes it does cover beating , picking up ect even if you are being paid
Additional cover is available for guns and shooting equipment see here;Shotgun and Rifle Insurance | The British Association for Shooting and Conservation
We also have professional cover available for members, the cost is under £150 a year
Info on the membership insurance package here: BASC Members Insurance | The British Association for Shooting and Conservation
Info on the professional cover here: BASC Coaches and Professionals policy | The British Association for Shooting and Conservation
I hope that helps
David
Has anyone claimed on the BASC insurance?
Do you know what you are covered for?
I must admit personally I don't even know what members are covered for. I went onto their site, first time for years and couldn't find anything about it.
I am a member but is it worth it?