With winter well underway in Niagara, Brock students, faculty, staff and visitors are reminded to take extra precautions during inclement weather and to monitor the University’s channels for updates.

In the event of severe weather, cancellations will be posted to the Brock University website, including The Brock News, and Brock’s social media channels. If in-person classes and activities are cancelled, an email will also be sent to all Brock students, staff and faculty.

Winter travel tips:

• Check the weather forecast before travelling and allow extra travel time if snow or icy conditions are expected.
• Wear boots and shoes with deep treads and low heels that are designed for slippery weather conditions.
• Clear snow and ice from all car windows, lights and licence plates before driving.
• Park in lots or areas that have already been cleared of snow or ice.
• Take extra care when entering or exiting vehicles as ice can build up between parked vehicles.
• Pay attention while walking and go slowly on icy or snowy surfaces.
• Stay on cleared pathways and avoiding non-pedestrian areas such as snowbanks or unofficial paths.
• Follow illuminated travel routes before sunrise and after sunset.
• Keep feet planted shoulder-width apart to increase stability.
• Brush off debris from pant legs and footwear and shaking off water from umbrellas and jackets before entering a building.
• Avoid carrying large objects that reduce visibility and limit the ability to land safely during a fall.

Members of the Brock community are also encouraged review the snow and ice removal priority map and familiarize themselves with the University’s Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention Program.

Slippery or unsafe conditions on outdoor pedestrian surfaces can be reported by calling the Facilities Management Customer Service One Call Hotline at 905-688-5550 x3717 or emailing [email protected] between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday. Outside of these hours, or when the University is closed, urgent slip and trip circumstances can be reported to Campus Safety Services at 905-688-5550 x3200.

Incidents, injuries, near misses or health and safety hazards should be reported to a person of authority, such as an area supervisor or Brock employee. Circumstances should be reported through an injury/incident report. Completed reports and questions can be directed to [email protected]