Please find below resources for members of the Biodiversity Research Centre.
Day-to-Day Resources:
Join our Listservs and (Unofficial) Slack
Book meeting rooms in the Biodiversity Research Centre
For more info on booking rooms in the BRC, click here.
Emergency Resources:
Building Manual
This document provides comprehensive information about building procedures, security, facilities, and resources, including emergency procedures, contacts for assistance, office and lab information, waste management, heating and cooling systems, and computer resources.
Building Emergency Response Plan (2024)
This document serves as a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan and Alerts guide, covering objectives, responsibilities, life safety systems, contacts for building emergencies, procedures for various emergency scenarios such as fires, power outages, earthquakes, hazardous materials incidents, and more. It also includes valuable appendices with key plans, site information, and resources.
Swing Space Ponderosa Annex E Building Emergency Response Site Plan
The emergency response document for temporary faculty offices located in Ponderosa Annex E. This document includes the locations of fire extinguishers, meeting points, fire exits and hydrants relevant to building occupants.
Onboarding:
BRC Code of Conduct (2023)
This document is the Biodiversity Research Centre (BRC) Code of Conduct. It sets expectations for respectful and inclusive behavior within the BRC community, referencing the UBC Respectful Environment Statement and providing guidelines for addressing concerns related to disrespectful behavior, harassment, or bullying. It also outlines expected and unacceptable behaviors for all participants.
BRC Dogs in the Workplace Policy and Application Form (October 2023) *Applications must be approved before a dog can come to the building*
This policy outlines guidelines for bringing dogs into the Biodiversity Research Centre (BRC) building, emphasizing the importance of respecting the health and safety of all occupants. It covers conditions for bringing dogs, their behavior expectations, and areas where dogs are not permitted
Risk Management Training Courses
This website provides a variety of job-related training courses offered by Safety & Risk Services, covering topics such as emergency preparedness, environmental management, privacy & information security, required training for all UBC workers, research safety, and safety programs.
Door Name Plate Templates: Single Name | Multiple Names
Use the name plate templates above to add your name to the paper slip that fits into the nameplate outside your office door.
Other Resources:
Bird Strike Database
This database is to document bird strikes around the Beaty Biodiversity Centre. If you have found a live bird on campus or within Metro Vancouver you can call the Wildlife Rescue Association in Burnaby.
Community Art Proposals
Have an idea for an art project to enhance the BRC community? Submit your proposal through this form to help us evaluate its feasibility.