Safety and Security in Łódź
The safety and security of all participants at EUOC Łódź 2025 is of paramount importance to the organising committee. Although Łódź is a safe city, please take note of the following safety tips recommended by the OC. It is compulsory to wear accreditation cards during the competition and to comply with regulations in all establishment.
Safety in Accommodation
The security guard is present in all accommodation facilities in case of emergency. Remember to always lock your room when you leave, even only for a few minutes. Only those who are officially staying in the accommodation are entitled to enter the accommodation. The reception of guests is strictly prohibited. Never lend out your room or residence keys to anyone. Inform the accommodation staff of any lock defects or lost keys.
General information
During the EUOC Łódź 2025, all participants will have continuous access to the following medical emergency services provided by trained medical staff during the sporting events.
Medical assistance during sport events
Trained medical staff will be available for all participants during sporting events of EUOC Łódź 2025. Medical care will be available at all sports facilities in the immediate vicinity of all zones where players/teams are competing.
First aid and hospitals
In case of emergency situations requiring first aid or basic medical assistance, medical rooms will be available at competition facilities, training venues and university accommodation. In case of injuries or emergencies requiring hospitalisation, the injured will be transported to the nearest Hospital.
All those cases have to be reported to the Technical Director Beata Winczewska +48 536531910.
Safety on the streets and public transport
Łódź is a safe city, but you should avoid walking alone at night in isolated areas. Be aware of your surroundings when walking outside, especially if you are listening to music on your headphones or talking on a mobile phone. Avoid taking your original passport and important documents with you (make copies and take them instead). Avoid revealing cash or expensive items. Do not leave laptops, books or other valuable items unattended in common areas. Respect pedestrian lights and zebra crossings. It is recommended to avoid conflict situations and to respect basic rules of conduct. When travelling by bus or tram, be aware of your surroundings and do not put valuable items in easily accessible pockets. Pickpocketing is not common in Łódź, but it does happen. If you are the only passenger on a bus or tram, sit as close to the driver as possible. At night, when getting off the bus, pay particular attention to oncoming traffic.
Items prohibited at all venues
The restricted items policy applies to spectators and accredited individuals at the EUOC Łódź 2025. Prohibited items will not be permitted into venues under any circumstances.
The list of prohibited items at venues is as follows:
- Firearms and other devices used to discharge projectiles - serious injury by the discharge of a projectile and devices which may be used to inflict serious injury by firing, and devices which are deceptively similar to them devices
- Stunning devices - devices specifically designed to stun or paralyse
- Sharp-edged or pointed objects - sharp-edged or pointed objects which can be used to cause serious injury objects
- Hand tools - to cause serious injury or endanger the safety of participants
- Blunt instruments - instruments that can be used to cause serious injury by impact
- Explosives, flammable substances and incendiary devices - explosives, flammable substances and incendiary devices which may be used to cause serious injury or endanger the safety of participants, and substances and devices which are deceptively similar to them
- Symbols of despotism
- Sprays used to induce irritation or used for demonstrations - A device from which a substance can be sprayed to induce a non-aggressive state by irritation of the eyes, mucous membranes or skin
- Alcohol and intoxicating substances
- All items of an excessive size that may disturb the event or restrict the view
Smoking is strictly forbidden in all indoor venues in Poland including accommodations and sport venues. Smoking is allowed at least 5 metres from all entrances.