Safety and security

UC is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, visitors, and contractors. From managing hazards and reporting incidents to wellbeing and preparing for emergencies, learn about health and safety at UC.

We're all about thriving in a safe and healthy environment here at the University of Canterbury.

Assura is our new and easy to use health and safety system. Reporting through Assura will increase the visibility over what is affecting you, so we can correct issues and share safety successes. Health and safety is all of our responsibility, and by working together we can protect our community.

In an emergency, please contact security on 0800 823 637

Identifying and managing hazards and risks is one of the key foundations of good health, safety, and wellbeing. UC encourages a proactive, robust culture to identify and manage risks and hazards. Learn how to manage hazards and risks at UC.

There are 13 help towers across campus to provide information any time, and immediate assistance in an emergency. Learn more about UC's help point towers.

There are some simple things you can do to make our campus safer for you and everyone else. Check out our security tips and take charge of your own safety.

UC's Facilities Services issues campus keys. They also deal with minor building breakdowns, plumbing problems, electrical faults, and small jobs such as window breakages. If you need help with repairs, maintenance, or keys get in touch.

UC's Security Officers patrol campus 24 hours, 7 days a week to support our students and staff. Officers patrol on foot and by vehicle so expect to see them anywhere, any time. All security staff are trained in First Aid and can use the defibrillator. From help point towers to incident reporting, learn about security services at UC.

Fostering a positive cyber security culture to enhance cyber safety .

In today's interconnected world, cyber crime is a growing risk that can impact every organisation and individual at any time. At UC, we are committed to ensuring the safety of our people, infrastructure, and data. Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and being a victim of an attack can have devastating consequences ranging from  financial loss, identity theft, and more.

If you have experienced or suspect a cyber incident...

UC operates CCTV on campus and some security staff also wear body cameras.