Be Safe - Student Safety

Vehicle and Car Park Safety

You should treat campus car parks in the same way you would treat any other car park. While UOW Security Officers and parking attendants regularly patrol campus car parks, there are a few things you can do to help your car being broken into or stolen: 

  • Lock your car.
  • Take valuables with you.
  • If you have to leave valuables, lock them in the boot or cover them up.

When coming back to your car:

  • Have your keys in your hand ready. Some people like to carry them between their fingers so they could be used to fight off an attack if required.
  • Before getting in, check the back seats to make sure that no one is hidden inside.
  • Carry your bag in a way that prevents bag snatchers from getting your bag, and that won't cause you injury if you are attacked.
  • If you're concerned, contact Security to request a Safety Escort.
Last reviewed: 9 December, 2009

In An Emergency

UOW Campus: Dial #1 from any campus security phone

Police, Fire, Ambulance: Call 000 from any phone

Report a crime: Call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444

Campus Security Services

Security

UOW Security provides 24 hour security services, and can help with safe escorts, first aid, and lost property. Security contacts are different for each campus, so its important to get to know how to contact security at your campus. For more information, including what to do in an emergency, visit UOW Security »

Occupational Health & Safety

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The Occupational Health and Safety Unit (OHS) aims to ensure the health, safety and welfare of staff, students, and visitors. Find out more about OHS @ UOW »