The safety and security of our students, staff and visitors is a high priority that is taken very seriously by the University. Providing for the safety and well-being of the community is the professional responsibility of the Division of Risk Management Services (RMS), as well as ensuring that the University’s business is not adversely interrupted by instances of protest action. The University continuously evaluates the operations of RMS and takes action to strengthen and improve the safety and security of the University. In summary the responsibilities of RMS include the following:
- Security Services
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Traffic Management
- Events Co-ordination
- Investigations
RMS Institutional Objectives
- To provide protection for all students, staff and visitors to the University of KwaZulu-Natal;
- To protect all real and personal property; and
- To enforce University policies and regulations and the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
The department provides continuous protection of all campus grounds and facilities.
Members of the RMS have peace officer status, and therefore have the power to make arrests on campus. The department has a cooperative working relationship with other local area law enforcement agencies to help maintain a safe campus atmosphere. If an incident occurs that we believe may affect the safety, security or well-being of the University community, information concerning this matter will be distributed via the web site, campus electronic bulletin boards, emergency notification systems and flyers.
Risk Management Services Emergency Contact Numbers
Edgewood Campus: 031 260 3493
Howard College and Medical School Campuses: 031 260 2540/ 2542
Pietermaritzburg Campus: 031 260 5211/ 6215
Westville Campus: 031 260 7113/ 7265