Health & Safety

Health and Safety

Health and safety helps societies plan activities confidently, protect members and know what to do if something goes wrong.

Plan safely

Use risk assessments to think through activities before they happen.

Report incidents

Let us know if an accident, injury or incident takes place during society activity.

Use the right forms

Download templates and examples to help you complete the correct paperwork.

Society insurance cover

All members of Students’ Union societies are covered by Elite Personal Accident Cover with Howden Insurance.

You can find more details about the cover using the link below.

View insurance details

Risk assessments do not need to be scary

Most of the time, a risk assessment simply helps you confirm that your activity is safe to run. If there is an issue, you will already have thought about what steps to take and how to manage it properly.

Forms and templates

Use these forms when planning activities, reporting incidents or checking specific health and safety requirements.

Risk Assessment Template Use this when planning society activity, events or trips. Incident and Accident Report Form Complete this if an accident, injury or incident takes place. Sudden Cardiac Arrest Checklist Use this checklist where relevant for society activity planning. Insurance Details View the society insurance and liability information.

Risk assessment examples

These example templates can help you understand what to include when planning different types of society activity.

Bake Sale Example risk assessment for a society bake sale. Charity Badminton Match Example risk assessment for a charity sports activity. Event in the Luna Lounge Bar Example risk assessment for an indoor venue event. Event in an External Venue Example risk assessment for activity taking place away from SU spaces. Guest Speaker Event Use this when your society is planning an event with a guest speaker. Picnic Example risk assessment for a relaxed outdoor activity.

Before you run your activity

Make sure you have completed any required forms, thought about possible risks and contacted the Students’ Union if you need support.

If something changes about your activity, such as the venue, expected attendance, activity type or equipment being used, you may need to update your risk assessment.