Student health and safety guidance
Health and safety information for University of Bristol students
Security
Call 999 to report a crime. In other emergencies, call Security Services on 112233 from an internal phone or 0117 3311223 from a mobile.
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Audible noise and vibration
Controlling the possible risks from noise or vibration.
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Biological safety
What to do before working with biological substances.
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Chemical safety
Controlling the risks of working with hazardous chemicals.
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Cryogenics
Risks and local arrangements for cryogenics.
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Gas safety and pressure systems
How to work with gas and pressure systems safely.
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Lone working
What to remember before you start lone working.
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Manual handling
Information about lifting and moving heavy loads safely.
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Off-site working and fieldwork
Safety suggestions for off-site working and fieldwork.
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Radiation safety
Safety guidance for using ionising and non-ionising radiation.
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Working at height
Precautions to take when working at height.
Reporting accidents
What you need to do if there is an accident, incident or near miss.
Fire safety
What to do if you discover a fire or hear a fire alarm.
Electrical safety
Identifying electrical hazards and checking equipment is safe.
Risk assessments
What you need to know about risk assessments.
PPE
When and where to use personal protective equipment (PPE).