News from SRS

How to properly use a non-medical mask

Wearing a non-medical mask or face covering might help you to protect others. However any mask, no matter how good it is at catching respiratory droplets or how well it seals, will have minimal effect if it is not used properly or combined with other public health guidance.

Update on UBC’s Approach to Controversial Speaker Bookings

UBC President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Santa Ono, provides an update on recent activity towards UBC's Approach to controversial speaker bookings.

New stormwater monitoring system installed near South Campus

Team members from Safety & Risk Services and Energy & Water Services recently oversaw the installation of a new hydrometric station near UBC Vancouver's South Campus.

Serving our diverse campus

UBC President and Vice-Chancellor Santa Ono recently released a statement about systemic racism at UBC. We at Safety & Risk Services and in the VPFO portfolio want to ensure we create a sense of safety, trust and security among all campus users. We can only achieve this when we recognize and address racism and unconscious bias at an individual and institutional level.

A friendly reminder to run the cold water taps to ensure water is fresh

As many buildings on campus have reduced occupancy, we want to remind everyone that running the cold water taps until the water is cold is an important step before drinking or using for food preparation.