Security

The Security Office assists in providing a safe and secure environment for persons and property through patrols of University grounds, security escorts for staff and students, and responding to calls for assistance.

For the personal security of students, staff and visitors, a map detailing illuminated pathways around the Toowoomba campus is provided. 

The Student Guild maintains a central depository for lost property. 

Location

The Office is located at  Z3 Block at the Toowoomba Campus. 

Hours of Operation

The Office is staffed from 8.00am to 5.00pm each working day and is the base for the University's 24 hours a day, seven days a week security operations.

Emergency Numbers

To contact the Security Office at the Toowoomba Campus:

• for emergencies during business hours, phone extension 2222 or use an emergency phone;
      
• for emergencies after hours, phone extension 2222, 0412 716 838 or use an emergency phone; and
         
• for general enquiries, phone +61 7 4631 2871 (or extension 2871 on-campus), 0412 716 838 or email security@usq.edu.au.

For emergencies at the Fraser Coast Campus:

• during business hours, phone the Administration Block on extension 3133; and
      
• after hours, phone 000 for an ambulance or extension 8100 (Wide Bay Property Protection) for security. 

There is 24 hour access to a phone for emergencies at the counter of the main Administration Office, A Block. 

For after hours security for Springfield Campus telephone 3470 0048 or mobile 0429 580 469.  Please note that this is an Education City service and not controlled by USQ.  USQ Springfield is not staffed after hours.

The University has detailed Emergency Procedures.