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► Safety

Emergency phones

If you see anything suspicious report it - 01273 678234 or Emergencies - 3333 (01273 87333 from an external or mobile phone). There are emergency phones in the foyers of the Park Houses and in the Porters Lodges of Park Village, East Slope, Lewes Court and Brighthelm. They are also outside in the following places and are marked by big blue flashing lights at night:

A27 Underpass	Sussex University side
Arts A	Undercroft by pool
Arts D	Entrance
Biols 1	South entrance
Computer Centre	Entrance
EDB	Back
Engg 1	External wall near bridge
Falmer House	Entrance
IDS	Facing car park
Refectory (Bramber House)	East Slope
Science Car Park	Exit
Science Car Park	Near Estates
SMS	Undercroft
Sports Centre	Entrance
Sports Pavilion	Entrance
Sussex House	Entrance

Security

Campus security are available 24 hours a day in York House Reception. As well as responding to emergencies they provide an escort service. If you require an escort across campus from one residence to another, or from the railway station, it is best that you book in advance but you can ring them when required 01273 678234.

Lighting

Report broken lighting and broken internal phones to your Porter during office hours, they will fill in a form and it should be dealt with within 7 days.

Attack alarms

Personal attack alarms are available from the Union Shop, Falmer House. These can help you feel more confident and scare off an aggressor.

Safety tips

When on your own at night walk against the traffic, this makes it harder for curb crawlers.
Also walk near the curb; you are more visible to other pedestrians and drivers.
Try not to walk alone when it is dark, even on campus: if you have no option then stay in well lit places, avoid isolated short cuts.
Plan your route and tell someone where you are going.
If you look confident it could deter an attacker.
Always carry a personal attack alarm in your pocket.
Always be aware, trust your intuition: cross the road to avoid anyone you are unsure about.
If you are followed go into a populated place e.g. an open shop or pub and ask for help.
Never hitchhike alone and try to avoid sitting alone on public transport.
Also find out about bus and train times to avoid waiting around.
Use door and window locks provided even if going out for a short time.
Always use the residences intercom system to check a visitor is welcome before you let them in.
Self-defence classes are often available in Brighton and/or on campus. Contact the Students' Union's Womens' Officer - women@ussu.sussex.ac.uk for further information.

Harassment

We have further information online about bullying and harrassment.

Campaigning

If you feel more needs to be done, please contact the Students' Union Welfare Officer.

Important

If you have any further queries or in the event that you should encounter an unwelcome incident, the Advice & Representation Centre can provide help and support and provide details of other useful organisations so feel free to contact us.