Looking after yourself round campus
Published on 24 November 16
1. Cycle safely
Cycling is a cheap and healthy way of getting around the city. However in such a busy city, and especially in winter it’s important that you take extra care and know how to cycle well. Transport for Greater Manchester have put together lots of tips about winter cycling.
2. Look after your bike
As part of the University's security initiative to reduce the number of bikes stolen on campus, you can purchase excellent quality subsidised bike locks for only £15 (RRP £40) and have your bike marked for free. Get your gold standard 'D' lock and protect your bike, all you have to do to qualify is register your bike for free on the University scheme. Easy!
Take a look at this quick video to make sure that you know the most secure way of locking up your bike and more information about the locks
3. Watch where you’re going
Okay, so we know you know how to cross the road, but with Oxford road especially being so congested it’s easy to forget the basics. Please remember to use the crossings no matter how slow the traffic is going. It’s busy and often wet and dark – that makes you really difficult to see.
Similarly, try and concentrate on where you’re going rather than on your phone - it’s so easy to be distracted whilst checking Instagram or changing tracks that you step out without checking for that bike – or bus
4. Study safe
Look after your personal belongings in public spaces – this means fighting temptation and not leaving your laptop unattended at the library. It's better to be safe than sorry.
5. Get home safely
If you’re late on campus - whether you’ve been studying or socialising think about taking the Union Shuttle Bus home. It leaves from the Learning Commons on the hour and can get you home or to the train station cheaply. Also always let someone know where you are and what time to expect you home.