Work on Central Staircase
On Monday the 14 August, the central staircase in Physics will be closed For painting. Staff should also be aware that the wooden canopy above the emergency exit at the back of the Physics building is being removed on the same day.
Martin Ward
Building Security
There have been a number of break-ins on campus. Can all staff ensure all labs, offices, and multi occupancy space, are locked when you leave.
Martin Ward
Works on the Zip Taps
On the 15th August the cupboards housing the zip tap boilers will undergo some remedial works. The taps may be out of use for a short while whilst the works are completed.
Shonah Ion
Safety Recall
There is a safety issue with the lifting eye bolts on TRIVAC 65B and D40B vacuum pumps.
The bolts need to be replaced and fitted in accordance with instructions.
Please see Alan Stokes in A512 if you have one of these pumps.
Shonah Ion
Emergency Lighting Testing
Emergency Lighting Testing in Physics Building will take place week commencing Monday 28th August 2017 from 9am daily.
Every month there is a quick test to ensure all Emergency Lighting fittings are operational. This involves a quick visual test. In residences, this applies to corridors and kitchens. There are longer, more involved tests at 6 month and 12 month intervals.
Shonah Ion
Pac Testing
We have been informed by Facilities that Portable Appliance Testing in Physics Building will take place week commencing Monday 14th August 2017.
It is essential to test portable electrical appliances. Portable appliances are those of any size connected with a plug into a socket. The test will survey the condition of the electrical lead, plug and socket and will run a brief electrical test on appliances.
This will involve shutting down and unplugging appliances that may currently be in operation, including, printers, TVs and fridges.
Norwood Electrical have been asked to complete this work and have been asked report to a member of staff in each area prior to beginning testing. For more information about Portable Appliance Testing visit http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/facilities/services/ppm/pat/
Shonah Ion
Installation of Physics Safety Systems
Commencing Monday 14th August 2017 M. Catterall Electrical Ltd will be installing safety systems, warning signage in the following laboratories:
A03, A12, A13, A26, A28/30, A34, A42/45, A47, A512, A514, A521.
B02, B25.
C04, C05, C28/30, C38.
There may be some minor disruption as the systems will have to be connected in to the mains supply.
Please can you help the electricians when asked to make this as painless process as possible.
Steve Holt
Closure of staircase No.1 for cleaning
The stairs adjacent to the passenger lift and Mechanical workshop, near the front entrance will be closed from the 21st August for 1 week to allow deep cleaning. Please use other stairs during this time.
Shonah Ion
FAO New staff and their line managers – probation
Line managers should note that if they are managing a new non-academic (i.e. admin/ technical / research) member of staff then regular reviews need to take place and paperwork completed. There are two forms to complete – an initial PDR form and a Probation Review form. Please visit the “Managing the Probation Period” of this webpage http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/hr/recruitment/inductionIndex.html and scroll down to the Non Academic Staff Probation section for guidance and the forms.
Grainne Wilkinson
Room Bookings for Physics Building
We are now using the LU room booking system for the following rooms: A27, B9, B10, B24, C29 and C36. Please book B10 as a last resort so that it is available for meetings that require privacy. C29 has blinds.
An additional eight meeting rooms and breakout spaces are available in Phase II each accommodating 4/ 5 people. As there are a number of these rooms we are trialling that they are used on a first come first served basis. If you need to use the Physics Atrium we are still using the old room booking system/ Physics calendar.
Grainne Wilkinson
For Sale
Ford Focus LX 1.6l, 2005, very low mileage (59000), 10 months MOT, drives greatly
Since we are moving out of the country, we have a Ford Focus 2005 for sale.
- At 59000 miles it has a very low mileage and it performs greatly on the road.
- MOT until 05/2018 (the last round was passed with only minor fixes so it is in a good shape).
- Details: Anti-break lock (ABS), passenger & driver airbags, radio + CD player, manual transmission, rear parking sensors, one previous owner
- There are some minor scratches (not deep) on both sides and all wheel cases show some signs of rust. The interior is in a very good condition (non-smoker car).
- Price: 1000.– £ o.b.o. (needs to be picked up in Lancaster, LA1)
- For details, pictures, or viewing, please contact
Andreas Koch, a.koch1@lancaster.ac.uk, +44 (0)74 219 19893
Andreas Koch
Physics Away Day – Thursday 5th October 2017
The next Physics Away Day will take place on Thursday 5th October at Green Lane Conference Centre, (Lancaster House Hotel). An agenda is not yet available.
Attendance is mandatory for academic staff and all other staff are welcome to attend if they wish. Please confirm your attendance to me with any dietary requirements by Weds 27 September at the latest.
Grainne Wilkinson
Performance Development Reviews for 2016/2017
The 2016/17 Performance Development Review (PDR) cycle is drawing to a close. All Lancaster University staff employed for more than 12 months continuously, including those on fixed-term contracts, are expected to take part in the PDR process. Staff who are on probation do not need to have a PDR but new starters in support areas should have objectives set using an ‘Initial PDR form (for new starters)’.
For full information on PDR policy, guidance and PDR forms please visit http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/hr/pdr/ The PDR forms were updated quite recently so please ensure you use the current version from the webpage. The period of review will generally be from the beginning of August 2016 to the end of July 2017.
When forms are complete and signed by both reviewer and reviewee please could they be passed to me.
Grainne Wilkinson