Snow/Ice Policy Statement

It is the aim of the University to provide an uninterrupted service to all of its students throughout the year in teaching and residential buildings. To this end it will be the aim of the University to provide these services in all weather conditions, including periods when there may be extreme ice and snow, whilst ensuring the safety of staff, students and visitors.

In the event of snow and or freezing conditions the University will:

• apply salt/grit to main vehicle access  routes onto campuses in anticipation of ice or snow to attempt to prevent it forming.
• aim to maintain safe passage through the main external pedestrian and vehicle routes as far as is practicable within our resources. (See City Campus and Coach Lane Campus plans)
• aim to clear snow/ice from City Campus East North Car Park and Coach Lane East Car Park far as is practicable within our resources.
• Clear snow/ice from building entrances, steps and the most used pedestrian routes.
• expect that staff, students and visitors will take due care for their own safety in adverse conditions
• make safe any hazards due to areas becoming unsafe e.g. Snow fall from roofs, etc.

In the event of there being snow or freezing conditions for a prolonged period, the University’s Major Incident Plan may take effect.  This will only be as a result of a loss of essential services (electricity, water or gas) or a complete lack of safe travel opportunities.