The Facilities Management (FM) Science Road / Erskine Carpark safety improvements and upgrades are progressing on schedule.

Current Works

• A significant portion of the carpark will reopen for public use on Monday 15 December. Line-marking will be completed in the new year.
• Science Road will return to usual 2-way traffic Monday 15 December.

Pedestrian Access

• The existing 11-year-old temporary pedestrian walkway will be closed until the new shared pedestrian/cycle path is completed in the new year.
• Site fencing will enclose the work area. Pedestrians will need to use paths along the southern boundary of the carpark and Science Road.

Next Focus

• Works will shift to the new curb and channel alignment along the length of the FM building.

What You Need to Do

• Observe entry/exit signage for open carparks.

• Expect construction noise during the day.
• Use alternative parking areas: Arts, Māori Study Centre, UCSA, and Dovedale Campus carparks.

Please direct all enquiries to fmassist@canterbury.ac.nz

Thank you for your continued understanding and cooperation as we work to improve safety and access in this area.

Facilities Management

In 2024, the UC Health and Safety Committee recognised the significant contribution UC students make to campus health and safety. Building on that recognition, we are pleased to announce the inaugural winner of the UC Student Award for Health and Safety (2025):

Shallu Verma

Postgraduate – Chemical Process and Engineering – Faculty of Engineering

Shallu’s Contribution to Health and Safety

In May 2025, after spending time at Environmental Science and Research (ESR), Shallu prepared a detailed report with recommendations for safety improvement initiatives based on her experience at ESR. These ideas were aimed at enhancing safety practices within UC’s CaPE laboratories.

The CaPE Operations Lead has confirmed that the team is actively working through these recommendations. By taking this initiative, Shallu has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a strong commitment to safety—qualities that reflect the high standards and values of UC graduates in our communities.

Looking ahead, for the 2026 awards round, the Facilities Management Health and Safety Team will approach Departmental Safety Officers (DSOs) for student nominations.

Planned Power Shut Down West L3&4 11.12.25

Facilities Management advises that stage two of the Planned Power and Data Outages, West Building (SC02) Physics End, will be in affect from 8am Thursday 11 December through until 5pm Friday 12 December, to allow FM contractors to complete essential maintenance on switchboards located on Levels 3 and 4 (Physics Northern end).

This work requires power shutdowns between 8:00–9:00am and again between 4:00–5:00pm on both 11 and 12 December.

This power outage is a continuation of the works notified on Monday 24 November.

Outages schedule:

• Daily (11–12 December):
  • Power and data will be turned off to all floors between 7:00–8:00am and again between 4:30–5:00pm each day.
• Thursday 11 December and Friday 12 December:
  • Level 3: Total power outage 7:00am–4:30pm
  • Level 4: Total power outage 7:00am–4:30pm

What you need to do

• Turn off all IT equipment before 4.30pm each day on Wednesday 10 December and Thursday 12 December
• Ensure UPS systems are functioning.
• Coordinate shutdown/reset of any specialist equipment with your department.
• Lab technicians must reset affected lab equipment or alarms after outages.
• Do not enter construction zones at any time. These areas will be coned off and clearly signposted.
• Follow usual evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency.

Please refer all enquiries to fmassist@canterbury.ac.nz

Thank you for your cooperation as we complete these required upgrades.

Facilities Management