Travel safety

General Road Safety Principles

• Always drive, cycle, and walk with awareness of others and in line with the Highway Code.

• Be patient and considerate our campus roads are shared by vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians, and service users.

• Observe all speed limits and signage. The maximum speed on campus roads is 20 mph, unless otherwise signed.

• Do not use mobile phones or other distractions while operating a vehicle or bicycle.

• Take extra care around crossings, pedestrian zones, and car park entrances.

• Report hazards to Community Safety or Report Near Misses immediately so that they can be addressed quickly.

Cycling

• Always wear a helmet and use front and rear lights when it’s dark or visibility is poor.

• Follow one-way systems and stick to cycle routes where possible.

• Dismount in pedestrian-only areas or near busy building entrances.

• Secure your bike with a D-lock and register it on BikeRegister.comLink opens in a new window.

• Keep your bike in good condition, check tyres, brakes and lights regularly.

• Make yourself visible with reflective clothing or accessories, especially in winter.

Walking

• Use pavements and marked crossings where available.

• Stay alert around car parks and service areas, these are shared with vehicles.

• Avoid distractions such as phones or headphones when crossing roads.

• Be careful in wet or icy conditions and report damaged paving or lighting to the Estates Service Desk.

E-Scooters and E-Bikes

• Only use approved rental e-scooters and e-bikes permitted on or near campus.
  Privately owned e-scooters are not allowed on University grounds.

• Follow the same rules as cyclists: use lights, keep to speed limits, and stay off pavements.

• Park responsibly in designated docking stations or parking bays and never block paths or entrances.

• Be considerate of pedestrians, slow down in crowded areas.

If you see something unsafe or need to report an incident, call Community Safety on

024 7652 2083.