Safety and evacuation procedures

Birkbeck is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, students and visitors while on our premises.

GENERAL EMERGENCY EVACUATION ARRANGEMENTS FOR STAFF, STUDENTS AND VISITORS

If you discover a fire, raise the alarm by breaking the glass on the nearest call point.
Leave the building immediately by the nearest exit.
Follow instructions given by the Fire Wardens.
Proceed to the nearest Fire Assembly Point (see below).
Keep clear of the buildings.
Do not re-enter the building until instructed to do so by the Fire Co-ordinator.
Treat all alarms seriously (whether drills or otherwise).
Keep corridors and fire exits free from obstructions.
Keep fire doors closed.

Smoking (or being in possession of lit cigarettes, cigars or pipes) or using e-cigarettes, is not permitted in any premises occupied or used by Birkbeck staff, students and visitors.
Students, visitors and members of Birkbeck staff may bring their children onto Birkbeck premises for social purposes, such as organised functions or for brief visits, that are restricted to low-hazard areas. Children must remain under the supervision of an adult at all times.
Dogs and other animals (except guide dogs for visually impaired people) are not allowed inside Birkbeck buildings. The owners of other types of 'help' dogs must have received the prior permission from the Disability Officer and Health and Safety Officer to bring their animal on site. Such dogs must be clearly identifiable by a 'help' dog coat.
E-scooters and e-bikes are not permitted on Birkbeck premises due to the fire risk they pose.
If you see anything on campus that looks unsafe, please raise an ASK query.