Code of Conduct

The Library Code of Conduct

  • The Library wants users to get the maximum benefit from using our services and seeks to provide an enjoyable and pleasant environment in which to do so: friendly, safe, secure and relaxed.
  • This code of conduct is a general statement covering the expected behaviour of users of the Library. You should also make yourselves familiar with and abide by the rules and regulations covering the use of computers, software and the academic network.

Thank you for your co-operation

  • Acceptance of the code is implicit in signing the EU’s Regulations as part of your enrolment. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the code and to observe it.

Identification

  • You should carry your Student ID card at all times - this is a Campus requirement.
  • You must show your Student ID card to staff when requested - failure to do so means you may be asked to leave the premises.
  • It is unacceptable to allow someone else to use your Student ID card to gain access to the University premises.
  • Students should notify the college of any Changes of address, name or course by informing a member of administrative staff.
  • Such information is vital to The Library.

Safety and Security

  • To ensure the security of you and your belongings to keep them with you at all times. (Unattended items may be removed)
  • Ensure that you pack up your belongings and leave the Library before closing time.

Library Environment

  • Be aware that the Library is designated for private and silent study
  • Clear your study space when you leave and put all rubbish in bins in order to maintain a clean Environment; Return books, journals and all other items used in the Library to the correct place.

Behavior

  • Treat the Library staff and other users with respect and courtesy
  • Refrain from shouting, using abusive, discriminatory, indecent or offensive language, comments and/or behaviour, verbal or physical harassment
  • N.B. Library staff will not tolerate any form of Abusive behavior.

Noise

  • Talking should be kept to a minimum in all areas of the Library
  • Avoid all unnecessary noise and disturbance in the computer area of the Library.

Mobile Phones

  • Mobile phones must be switched off or at least set to silent mode before entering the Library. Mobile phones can be used for texting, but you must be outside the Library to talk on your phone; you are not permitted to recharge your mobile phone within the Library.

Eating and drinking

  • Eating and drinking is prohibited in all areas of the Library.