Health, safety and security

This page has information about health, safety, and security while you are staying in University accommodation. 

Health

Security

All efforts are made to ensure the premises of your accommodation are secure. 

Please lock your bedroom at all times when your room is not occupied. The University cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to personal property.

The main doors to your residence will be locked at all times. If you are entering or leaving the building, please make sure that the door is closed properly and locks behind you.

Please do not allow anyone to enter the residence unless you are sure that they are a resident, a guest of a resident or are there with the University’s permission. This is to ensure both your own security and that of others.

If you see someone near the residence and are concerned about their presence or see them acting suspiciously, please contact a member of the residence management or wardennial team immediately.

Fire safety

All emergency and fire escape routes must be kept clear of all obstructions at all times.

Rooms and kitchens are fitted with fire doors, and these are in place to prevent smoke and fire spreading; they should never be wedged open.

Anyone tampering with fire safety equipment – including covering or disconnecting smoke detectors, call points, extinguishers, fire blankets or fire exit signs – is endangering your life and the lives of fellow residents and will be reported to the University authorities. Anyone caught doing so will undergo disciplinary procedures and may be evicted from their residence, permanently banned from returning to student accommodation, and referred to the police.

You are not allowed to have certain items (such as candles) in your room because they are a fire hazard. If you are caught with these items in your room, even if they are being used purely for decoration, they will be confiscated and you could face a charge. See a list of prohibited items