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Managing RAAC on campus – April 2024 update
Posted on behalf of: Better Campus
Last updated: Thursday, 25 April 2024
We are continuing to survey and replace RAAC used in the original construction of our campus buildings. RAAC has now been found to have been used in the construction of seven university buildings.
The safety of students and staff remains our top priority, and where necessary, safety measures such as scaffolding props are in place. The condition of RAAC in each building is checked regularly and all buildings remain open and safe to use with access restrictions where necessary.
The location and condition of RAAC is unique to each building, so where possible, RAAC replacement projects will be integrated into existing campus improvement plans, helping us to deliver the best solution for each building.
RAAC impacted buildings update
Arts A: Further surveys are being carried out to review the condition of RAAC in Arts A. Current safety measures continue to be effective and will continue to be monitored regularly – the building remains open and safe to use.
Arundel: Safety measures in Arundel continue to be effective and will continue to be monitored regularly – the building remains open and safe to use.
Bramber House: RAAC replacement works on Bramber House roof are now complete with all RAAC panels on the roof removed and replaced. Read more about the project on the Staff Hub.
Chichester I: Safety measures in Chichester I continue to be effective and will continue to be monitored regularly – the building remains open and safe to use.
Chichester II: Safety measures in Chichester II continue to be effective and will continue to be monitored regularly – the building remains open and safe to use.
Falmer House: Investigations into the condition of RAAC in Falmer House are now complete. Over the summer, works are expected to start, which when finished, will enable Mandela Hall to reopen.
JMS: Safety measures in JMS continue to be effective and will continue to be monitored regularly – the building remains open and safe to use.
Find out more about RAAC on the Staff Hub.
This information is correct at the time of publishing. But please note that all project work is fast-moving, and plans are subject to change. You can stay up to date with the latest on all of our projects through our Viva Engage communities, including: Creating a Better Campus; Food at Sussex; Transforming Sussex; Campus Travel and Transport