Health and Safety
New College Durham is a safe place.
We work hard to make it so, and we rely on the combined efforts of our staff, students and visitors to keep the college safe, putting the welfare of everyone here above all else.
Our Health & Safety Handbook details all the ways we mitigate risk, including information on how to behave, how to get help if you need it, and how to act in emergencies. A copy of the full Health & Safety handbook is available on request.
If you have to leave college quickly, follow the green and white running man signs which are all around college.
If you see a fire, you and anyone else in the area must move to safety and contact a member of staff immediately. You can call 0191 375 4433 to reach staff if you need to.
If you see anything you believe to be dangerous, please report it at once on 0191 375 4433.
Your health and safety is our top priority.
Students and staff on campus all follow the same guidelines to keep each other safe:
- No aggressive behaviour
- Smoking on campus is only permitted in the designated smoking area
- No alcohol or illegal drugs.
Health and Safety Information for Visitors
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Safety and Security
At New College Durham safety and security are our top priorities. We are committed to creating a secure environment for all students and staff. Our comprehensive measures and diverse resources are designed to protect everyone on campus, ensuring peace of mind as you focus on your academic journey.
CCTV
CCTV cameras are strategically placed across our campus to enhance safety and security for both students and staff. These systems are constantly monitored and record public areas of the college, helping to deter potential incidents and ensure a quick response in emergencies. By promoting a secure environment, we can all focus on learning and growing, knowing that safety is a top priority.
Security
Our Security team are a dedicated group of highly trained professionals committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our campus community. The Security team operates 24/7, 365 days a year, providing round-the-clock support and vigilance. All team members are first aid trained and are ready to respond effectively in emergencies. To enhance safety and accountability, they utilise body cameras during operations. If you need assistance from the Security team you can contact them through 0191 375 4059 or via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Safeguarding
Our Advice Support and Careers (ASC) team offers confidential and impartial services for all within the College, if you would like to speak to the member of the team you can do so on 0191 375 4400 or via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Any concerns about safeguarding should be directed to our Safeguarding Team on 0191 375 4089 inside office hours.
If you need assistance outside of office hours, we recommend contacting any of the following below:
Durham County Council - Safeguarding Children Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – Telephone: 03000 267 979 – Website: Child protection - Durham County Council
Durham Safeguarding Children Partnership: Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. – Telephone: 03000 265 770 – Website: About us (durham-scp.org.uk)
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call emergency services right away on 101.