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We are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all students.
Dial triple zero (000) for emergency services (fire/ambulance/police). Calling the police is the quickest way to get help in an emergency.
To speak to about an incident of sexual harassment or assault, dial triple zero (000) or contact the Police Assistance Line on 131聽444.
Notify Campus Security聽via the SafeZone app, or by phoning on +61听2听9351听3333 or 1800聽SYD聽HLP (1800聽793聽457). Campus Security are available 24 hours a day to assist with an emergency or safety threat. Our security officers are certified to perform first aid and their vehicles are equipped with automatic defibrillators.
If you feel unsafe on campus or are concerned for someone else鈥檚 safety, contact Campus Security using the SafeZone app or by phoning +61听2听9351听3333 or 1800聽SYD聽HLP (1800聽793聽457), 24 hours a day.
If you notice a hazard or injure yourself, it should be reported to a University supervisor or another staff member as soon as reasonably possible.聽You can request first aid and report hazards via the SafeZone app.
To help us achieve a welcoming and safe learning environment, we ask that you:
SafeZone is a free safety app for all students and staff. SafeZone enables you to quickly contact Protective Services for emergencies, first aid, or general assistance.
In the event of an emergency, SafeZone will send real-time safety alerts through app-based push notifications and via SMS, including location-specific information depending on which campus you're at or building you're in.
Find out more about the SafeZone app.
If you need to talk to someone about an incident of sexual or indecent assault, or make a complaint about other misconduct, call our confidential helpline service.
1800聽SYD聽HLP (1800聽793聽457)
Specialist staff can assist you in reporting and resolving issues such as:
This help line can also connect you with other University support services during business hours (9am to 5pm Monday to Friday), and 24-hour external help from the NSW Rape Crisis Centre.
If your report is not time-sensitive and you would prefer to contact us in writing, you can email us at studentaffairs@sydney.edu.au or request a call back using our online form.
If you have witnessed or been involved in a critical incident, whether on or off campus, and would like to book an appointment with a counsellor, contact the University鈥檚 Student Counselling Service on +61 2 8627聽8433 or +61 2 7255 1562 or email student.wellbeing@sydney.edu.au聽from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday. This service also provides resources and support to help you deal with the effects of a critical incident.
If you notice a maintenance or work health and safety issue, contact Campus Assist on 1300聽CAMPUS (1300聽226聽787) or visit your nearest Campus Assist precinct office.
Campus Assist Precinct Office
Room 129
Merewether Building
Campus Assist Head Office
Ground floor (main foyer)
Services Building, 22 Codrington Street