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From 1 July, a security technician has been employed at Karolinska Institutet. The role involves responsibility for the operation, maintenance and technical management of KI’s security systems on campus.

As a member of staff at KI, you play a vital role in preventing theft, vandalism and incidents that compromise safety on campus. Please follow the guidelines when receiving visitors at KI.

At the moment, there are several attempted scams targeting KI, both via email and telephone calls.

This spring, KI will begin replacing access cards (KI cards) and implementing a new system for managing access to premises – for a safer campus for both staff and students. The Professional Services (GVS) will be the first to replace cards, followed by the departments.

From 1 January, no storage of lithium-ion batteries or electric bicycles with batteries is permitted anywhere on KI's premises. This is due to the increased risk of fire.

A new round of digital training on information security is now being sent out to you as an employee at KI. Short lessons on password management, phishing, disinformation and how to report incidents.

The school shooting in Örebro has provoked many reactions. Here is some information on security at KI for students and employees, and details about whom to turn to if you have questions or feel anxious.