The University of Cumbria takes the need to provide a safe environment for students very seriously. We promote all students’ health, safety, and welfare by providing a safe environment to learn and work. Whether you study full-time on campus or come on campus only occasionally, Health and Safety apply to all.<\/p>\n
WalkSafe+ is the UK\u2019s leading personal safety app which combines journey-sharing features and a national Safe Space map. The map plots safety-trained venues across the UK in partnership with Local Authorities and Businesses that offer safety facilities such as phone charging stations and free period products, enabling our users to find help in real-time while on their commute home. WalkSafe+ has a suite of tracking and non-tracking features, allowing trusted friends to follow your live journey should you need it.<\/p>\n
The free app has received the backing of organisations and agencies including Cumbria Police, Cumberland Council, Armstrong Watson and the University of Cumbria.<\/p>\n
Google Play Download<\/a> While involved in University activities on or off campus, it is the responsibility of students:<\/p>\n Students are not permitted to have barbeques on University premises. Barbeques are only allowed as part of an official university-sponsored or university-run event in agreement with the University H&S Manager.<\/p>\n Students are not allowed to let off any form of fireworks on University premises.<\/p>\n The possession or use of rifles, air pistols or other types of firearms or offensive weapons is strictly forbidden anywhere on University property.<\/p>\n Students are responsible for the electrical safety of any equipment they bring to the University and for any harm that may occur to anyone due to these items. Any equipment must be safe and comply with current electrical safety standards. The University retains the right to inspect and confiscate equipment found to be unsafe or specifically prohibited under University rules.<\/p>\n It must only be used as a pointing device for presentation purposes. Misuse, or use with malicious intent, has the potential for serious injury.<\/p>\n The University\u2019s Fire Safety policy prohibits smoking in and around its buildings, which must be complied with at all times. Smokers can only smoke in designated areas on campus, and vapers may not vape within three metres of campus buildings.<\/p>\n Find the Health and Safety Policy here: Health and Safety Policy<\/a><\/p>\n Covers the general fire precautions and safety duties required. Explains that smoking is prohibited in any University building or any vehicle used on University business, including e-cigarettes.<\/p>\n Click below for a list of useful sites and resources for students with disabilities:<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The University of Cumbria takes the need to provide a safe environment for students very seriously. We promote all students’ health, safety, and welfare by providing a safe environment to learn and work. Whether you study full-time on campus or come on campus only occasionally, Health and Safety apply to all. Ways to Stay Safe […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"parent":5,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-26","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/26","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/26\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":73,"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/26\/revisions\/73"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/medlearn.cumbriamed.ac.uk\/pre-enrolment\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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Your responsibilities<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Barbeques<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Fireworks<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Firearms and offensive weapons<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Personal electrical equipment<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Laser pointers and pens<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Smoking and Vaping<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Health and safety policy<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Fire Safety Policy<\/strong><\/h4>\n
You will be able to access more information regarding Disabled Students’ Allowance at the FAQ pages in your student handbook, available from August 18th.<\/span><\/h4>\n
\n\u2022 SCOPE<\/a> is a national network of 130 local Disability Information and Advice Line services run by and for disabled people. Last year, DIAL helped over a quarter of a million disabled people.
\n\u2022 Action on Access<\/a> \u2013 promotes inclusivity and diversity, challenges exclusion and lobbies for the broadest possible access to Higher Education. It publishes a valuable series of Disability Focus guides for HE staff.
\n\u2022 Employability<\/a> \u2013 provides opportunities for disabled and dyslexic students and graduates, with free events and support throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
\n\u2022 Lawyers with Disabilities<\/a> \u2013 are committed to promoting equality of opportunity in the legal field for people with disabilities \u2013 solicitors, would-be solicitors or clients. They lobby for legislation, provide advice, hold events, conduct webinars, and provide training and mentoring. Membership is free.
\n\u2022 Great with Disability<\/a> \u2013 promotes employment and internship opportunities for students and graduates with disabilities. Their student toolkit has helpful advice on dealing with the recruitment process and managing your disability in the workplace.
\n\u2022 Change 100<\/a> is a paid summer internship programme for students with disabilities arranged by Leonard Cheshire Disability, a leading UK charity supporting disabled people.
\n\u2022 British Dyslexia Association<\/a> \u2013 offers advice, information, and help to dyslexic people.
\n\u2022 Brain.HE<\/a> \u2013 resources for achievement and intervention regarding neurodiversity in Higher Education. Great links too!
\n\u2022 The Codpast<\/a> – a place where the cool and creative side of Dyslexia is celebrated, with monthly podcasts, videos and more \u2013 right-brained stories from interesting individuals.
\n\u2022 RNIB<\/a> \u2013 offers information, support and advice for people with sight loss; resources include an online shop.
\n\u2022 Action for Blind People<\/a> \u2013 offers practical support for Blind and partilly sighted people in all aspects of their lives.
\n\u2022 Blind in Business<\/a> \u2013 helps blind and partially sighted students get into work, providing free training, events, and employment opportunities.
\n\u2022 The British Deaf Association<\/a> is run by and for Deaf people and campaigns to achieve equality; its website includes information on British Sign Language.
\n\u2022 Action on Hearing Loss<\/a> –\u00a0 provides information, practical advice, and training for people with hearing loss. It also campaigns and promotes research; the website includes an online shop.
\n\u2022 Deaf Unity<\/a> \u2013 runs projects which aim to improve the quality of life of Deaf people in the UK and worldwide.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n