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Safety and security

SafeUniSC — See something, say something.

Your safety and security is our top priority. Our SafeUniSC team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergency response, first aid, safety escorts and personal safety.

Emergency contacts

In case of an emergency

Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) Tel: 000 or 112 (then contact SafeUniSC)

Then alert SafeUniSC Officers on Tel: 07 5430 1168 for immediate response, first aid and to direct emergency services.

 

On campus security

SafeUniSC Officers (available 24hrs a day) Tel: 07 5430 1168

Immediate assistance and First Aid, security, access and safety escorts or to report suspicious activity.

Use an emergency call point

Emergency call points are located around our campuses for direct contact with SafeUniSC Officers.

SafeZone app

Download the free SafeZone app to help you stay safe at UniSC. Request help in real-time and receive important notifications during an emergency.

Report non-urgent incidents or seek support

Our Safer Communities team offer advice, assistance and support if you or someone you know if affected by something concerning.

A safe university community

Campus safety

SafeUniSC Security officers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergency response, first aid, safety escorts and personal safety.

Safer Communities

Our Safer Communities team offer free and confidential support to students who may have experienced or observed behaviour that could cause fear, offence or trauma.

Health, safety and wellbeing

We offer training, support, guidelines and resources to create a safe and healthy work environment at UniSC.

Support for sexual assault and sexual harassment

If you or someone you know have been sexually assaulted or sexually harassed reach out for support. Confidential 24-hour help is available.

Emergency procedures

UniSC is committed to a culture of respect and providing a safe and supportive environment for all members of our community. Refer to UniSC’s emergency procedures.

Safety information for contractors and visitors

We aim to protect the health, safety and wellbeing of our community in any activities, work or study they undertake at, or for UniSC. Access our Health and safety risk management resources.

Other resources
  • Campus maps
  • ID and access cards
  • Cycling and bicycle security
  • Transport and parking
  • Lost and found property
  • Conditions of entry?
  • Smoke-free UniSC (link to Health and wellbeing?)
If you're in an emergency or want to report an incident, use these contacts.
 Contacts Telephone Email
  • Emergency Services
    Emergency or critical injury
  • Then SafeUniSC for immediate support and to direct Emergency Services vehicles

000

07 5430 1168

 
  • SafeUniSC
  • Immediate assistance and First Aid
  • Security matters, access and safety escorts
    SafeUniSC are available 24hrs a day

07 5430 1168

security@usc.edu.au
  • General enquiries and support
    For advice, assistance and support if you or someone you know is affected by something concerning.
07 5456 3864  safe@usc.edu.au

Services

SafeUSC security officers
Campus safety

SafeUniSC Security Officers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergency response, first aid, safety escorts and personal safety.

SafeZone app

UniSC uses SafeZone to manage emergency response and communications during incidents on campus. The app connects you with the SafeUniSC team or emergency services.

Seek support or tell us about your concerns

Seek support and advice from Safer Communities if you or someone you know is experiencing concerning behaviours

Sexual assault and harassment

If you have been sexually assaulted or sexually harassed reach out for support. It may take courage but you will find care and support to help you through this.

Confidential 24-hour help is available.

Other services
  • Emergency response / immediate assistance
  • Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) for staff or students requiring assistance to evacuate a building in an emergency, contact SafeUniSC for a template
  • First Aid
  • Safety escorts on campus, eg late-night escort to your car
  • Consults, support and advice for matters relating to personal safety
  • Advice, support or reporting around concerns about student safety and behaviour
  • Support and information about reporting concerning behaviours, including bullying, harassment and discrimination
  • Connection and referral to other support services
  • Building access
  • SafeZone app support