SU Council received feedback from students about inconsistent heating in campus buildings. Many reported that classrooms, libraries, and study spaces are too cold in winter, forcing them to wear outdoor coats indoors, while others have found certain areas uncomfortably warm. In response, we want to support SU Council by raising awareness of how students can report heating and thermal comfort concerns in main campus buildings 👇

How to Report a Heating Issue

If you're experiencing issues with heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) in campus buildings, here’s what you need to do:

📌 Check the University’s Guidance

• Read about campus heating and thermal comfort management: Temperature and Thermal Comfort

📌 Contact the Workplace Health, Safety & Wellbeing Team

• Phone: 01206 872944
• Email: safety@essex.ac.uk

📌 Who Assesses Your Complaint? Your complaint will be reviewed by one or more of the following:

• Director of Estate Management
• Departmental Health and Safety Officer (DHSO)
• Health and Safety Liaison Officer (HSLO)

📌 Find Your Department Contact

• You can locate your department’s HSLO or DHSO here: Health & Safety Department Contacts

By reporting heating concerns, you help improve campus conditions for all students. If you have any further feedback, reach out to your SU Council representatives to keep this issue on the agenda! You can find contact details and information about the next SU Council meetings here.