Welcome to Ayrshire College
We extend a warm welcome to all visitors at Ayrshire College. Upon your arrival, please report to the Information Hub where you will be asked to sign in.
Note - the Information Hub at Ayr Campus is located in the Dam Park Building
Should you need directions or assistance, our staff will be happy to help.
Parking at the College
See visuals which will help you understand parking in and around our campuses.
Ayr Campus
View our parking guide
Kilmarnock Campus
View our parking guide
Kilwinning Campus
View our parking guide
Accessing the wifi
Visitors to Ayrshire College can connect to our open Wi-Fi network, Ayrshire_College_Open. Simply register for access, which provides an initial 30 minutes of use. Then, check your email and click the verification link to enjoy up to 8 hours of connectivity.
Smoke free policy
Ayrshire College is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for all students, staff, and visitors. In alignment with this commitment, all Ayrshire College campuses operate as smoke-free zones. This policy prohibits smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes and vaping, in all campus buildings, car parks, and college vehicles. Additionally, smoking in private vehicles while on college premises is not permitted.
Smoking Locations:
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Off-Campus Smoking: If you wish to smoke, please ensure you are off campus.
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Campus Boundaries: Maps indicating the boundaries of each campus can be provided by the Information Hub or viewed below to assist you in identifying the smoke-free areas.
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Campus-Specific Maps:
- Ayr Campus - [Link to Map]
- Kilmarnock Campus - [Link to Map]
- Kilwinning Campus - [Link to Map]
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Littering Policy:
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Littering Offence: Dropping litter, including cigarette ends, is considered an offence and may result in an £80 fine issued by the Local Authority.
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Disciplinary Actions: Individuals found smoking on campus are subject to the College’s disciplinary policy.
Support Services:
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Quit Smoking Assistance: For those seeking support to quit smoking, please contact Quit Your Way at 0800 783 9132. You can also speak to Student Experience for help and advice. Speak to the Information Hub to set up an appointment.
Please respect our smoke-free policy and be considerate of others in the community. Thank you for your cooperation.
First aid
Each of our campuses has trained first aid personnel available at all times. If you or someone else requires first aid, please notify the Information Hub immediately. A first aider will be contacted to assist you.
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Stay Calm: It is important to remain calm and help the injured person do the same.
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Emergency Assistance: If an ambulance is needed, please mention this when requesting First Aid. If an ambulance has already been called, inform the Information Hub immediately.
All accidents and incidents on campus must be reported. You can do so through your college host or directly at the Information Hub.
Important Fire Safety Information
The College takes fire safety very seriously and has robust systems in place to ensure the well-being of everyone on campus. Fire alarms are tested every Wednesday at 11:00am across all campuses. During the test, the alarm will sound for approximately 10 seconds.
In the Event of a Fire Alarm
- Stop what you are doing.
- Evacuate the building promptly. Walk swiftly, but do not run, to the designated assembly point.
- Do not return for personal belongings.
- Do not re-enter the building until instructed by the Evacuation Controller.
If You Discover a Fire
- Do not attempt to extinguish the fire.
- Leave the room immediately.
- Close the door behind you to contain the fire.
- Activate the nearest Break Glass call point to initiate the building evacuation (the Estates Team will call the Fire Brigade).
- Evacuate the building and proceed to the designated assembly point.
- Inform the first staff member or Fire and Rescue personnel of the fire’s location and type.
- Do not return for personal belongings.
- Do not re-enter the building until the Evacuation Controller gives permission.
Emergency Evacuation Assistance
The purpose of a Generic Emergency Evacuation Plan (GEEP) is to ensure visitors to Ayrshire College, particularly those with restricted mobility or other accessibility needs, are familiar with the building layout, evacuation procedures, equipment, and communication devices. If you need additional support or information, please speak to your host, lecturer, or the Information Hub upon arrival.
Action Required on Hearing the Fire Alarm:
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If able, leave the building immediately via the nearest accessible fire exit and proceed to the designated assembly point.
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If you are unable to evacuate unaided, proceed to the nearest safe refuge area, typically located in stairwells. Use the emergency call point to contact the fire warden or security personnel.
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Do not use lifts during an evacuation unless otherwise instructed.
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Familiarise yourself with the floor layout, fire exits, and alarm signals upon your arrival.
Fire Safety
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Ayr Campus - Dam Park
All floors are accessible by using the lift. Emergency egress using the lift is not possible during an evacuation. Safe Refuse Areas: Available in each stairwell on floor 1 and 2 and have a refuge communication station. Equipment Provided: Several accessible fire exits are available on the ground floor. Evacuation Chairs on levels 1 and 2.
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Ayr Campus – Aeronautical Training Centre
The Aeronautical Training Centre is comprised of two floors, both of which are accessible via lifts. However, lifts cannot be used during an evacuation. Safe Refuge Areas: Safe refuges are located in all stairwells on the first floor, equipped with disabled emergency call points linked to the fire alarm panel. Equipment Provided: Accessible fire exits on the ground floor and evacuation chairs on the first floor.
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Ayr Campus – Riverside Building
Riverside is a four-floor building accessible via lifts. However, emergency evacuation using lifts is not possible. Safe Refuge Areas: Located in the stair cores at the front and side of the building, though the internal stairwell is not a designated refuge area. Equipment Provided: Accessible fire exits on the ground floor and evacuation chairs on floors 2, 3, and 4.
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Kilmarnock Campus
Kilmarnock Campus is a four-floor building, fully accessible with lifts. The fire evacuation lift is available during emergencies, but initially, visitors should head to a safe refuge area. Safe Refuge Areas: Available in stairwells on floors 1, 2, and 3, each equipped with a communication station for contacting the fire warden. Equipment Provided: A fire evacuation lift, several accessible fire exits, evacuation chairs on floors 1, 2, and 3, and a Deaf Alerter system for visitors with hearing impairments.
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Kilwinning Campus
Building Description: Kilwinning Campus comprises three floors with lift access to all areas. Lifts cannot be used during an evacuation. Safe Refuge Areas: Located in the stairwell on floors 1 and 2, each equipped with emergency call points that connect to the fire warden. Equipment Provided: Accessible fire exits on all ground-level exits, evacuation chairs on floors 1 and 2, and a Deaf Alerter system for those with hearing impairments. If you require access to a Deaf Alerter device, contact the Inclusive Learning Team on campus.
Defibrillator Locations
Ayr Campus
Dam Park Building: Information Hub
Riverside Building: Entrance Foyer
Aeronautical Building: Entrance Foyer
Kilmarnock Campus
Ground floor: First aid room
Ground floor: Outside Motor Vehicle 0.21
Second floor: Top of the main stairwell adjacent to atrium balcony
Kilwinning Campus
Main Building: Information Hub
Willie Mackie Skills Hub: Entrance foyer