SDG3: GOOD HEALTH AND WELLBEING
SDG3 at Bahrain
Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. In Bahrain, various initiatives and policies are aligned with this goal to improve public health and healthcare access.
Healthcare System: Bahrain has a well-established healthcare system that includes both public and private sectors. The government provides universal healthcare coverage, ensuring that a wide range of medical services are accessible to all citizens. Investments in healthcare facilities and technology aim to improve service quality.
Non-Communicable Diseases: Bahrain faces challenges with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity. Public health campaigns focus on raising awareness, promoting healthier lifestyles, and encouraging regular health check-ups to prevent these diseases.
Maternal and Child Health: Efforts are made to improve maternal and child healthcare services, ensuring safe pregnancies and childbirth. Programs provide prenatal and postnatal care, alongside initiatives aimed at reducing infant and maternal mortality rates.
Mental Health: There is an increasing recognition of mental health issues, with initiatives aimed at promoting mental well-being and integrating mental health services into primary healthcare. Mental health awareness campaigns are being implemented to destigmatize seeking help.
Health Education and Promotion: The government, in collaboration with various organizations, promotes health education through schools, workplaces, and community programs, focusing on healthy eating, physical activity, and preventive care.
Environmental Health: Addressing environmental factors that affect health is also part of Bahrain’s strategy. Efforts to improve air quality, water safety, and sanitation contribute to overall public health.
Response to Emergencies: Bahrain has demonstrated resilience in health emergencies, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, by ramping up healthcare services, increasing testing, and providing vaccinations to ensure community health and safety.
Overall, Bahrain is actively working towards achieving SDG 3 through comprehensive healthcare policies, public health initiatives, and community engagement, aiming for better health outcomes for its population.
SDG3 at ASU
At Applied Science University (ASU) in Bahrain, efforts related to Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3), which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages, can be observed through various programs, initiatives, and partnerships. Here are some key points:
Health Sciences Programs: ASU offers degree programs in health sciences, nursing, and related fields that educate students on public health, healthcare practices, and the importance of well-being. These programs aim to prepare a skilled workforce capable of addressing health challenges in the community.
Community Engagement: The university often engages in community service initiatives that focus on health promotion and disease prevention. This may include free health check-up camps, awareness workshops, and health education sessions that target various demographics.
Research Initiatives: Faculty and students at ASU are encouraged to engage in research related to health issues prevalent in Bahrain. This research can contribute to understanding local health challenges and developing evidence-based solutions that align with SDG 3.
Partnerships with Health Organizations: ASU collaborates with governmental and non-governmental organizations to promote public health initiatives. Such partnerships can enhance the university’s capacity to contribute to national health goals and support community health programs.
Mental Health Awareness: Recognizing the importance of mental health, ASU may implement programs aimed at promoting mental well-being among students and staff, providing support services, and fostering a healthy academic environment.
Physical Health Activities: The university encourages physical fitness and wellness among students through sports, recreational activities, and health awareness campaigns that promote active living and healthy lifestyles.
Sustainability Initiatives: ASU’s commitment to sustainability also supports health outcomes by promoting environmental health practices, which are crucial for overall community well-being.
Through these efforts, Applied Science University in Bahrain contributes to advancing SDG 3 by fostering health education, community engagement, and research, ultimately aiming to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and the community at large.
Students Sport Facilities
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The University is in the process of building more sport facilities. Meanwhile,students are allowed to use free of charge provisional alternatives in external independent sport halls/ clubs organised by the University for ASU students. (for more details, please contact the Deanship of Student Affairs).
Academic Facilities, Resources and Useful Information
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ASU offers a variety of learning resources and academic support services. For more specific information, please refer to the University Website or ASU Catalogue. More information on ASU Students related information, forms, policies, regulations could be found ASU Website. http://www.asu.edu.bh.
Student Activities and Club
https://www.asu.edu.bh/student/student-affairs/student-services-office/student-activities-clubs/
Student Clubs, societies or associations are known as students clubs. They are held under the supervision of student services office. Students at Applied Science University operate them. They encourage students to participate in-group activities. These activities would allow them to develop personal and professional growth, learn leadership skills and serve the community.
List of ASU Talent and special interest clubs:
- Sports Club
- Women Club
- Volunteer Club
- Culture Club
- Media Club
- Talents Club
If you are interested in joining the university clubs, please apply through the Deanship of Student Affairs. The office is located on the 3rd floor, the main building
SPORTS AND RECREATION
https://www.asu.edu.bh/about-the-office/sports-and-recreation/
The sports and recreation activities is to provide sports, wellness, leadership and other educational programs in order to promote opportunities that strengthen individuals and the university community.
Values:
- Education: creating opportunities for personal and physical growth, health and wellness
- Community: building position relationships with student, faculty staff and the Bahraini community
- Teamwork: commitment to connect to the university goals and objectives
Sports Facilities at the University
Applied Science University boasts state-of-the-art sports facilities, providing students and staff with ample opportunities for physical activity and exercise. These facilities not only promote physical fitness and well-being but also contribute to the overall health of individuals by reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. By providing access to sports facilities, the university supports SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being, which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages. Physical activity is a key component of a healthy lifestyle, and the availability of sports facilities at the university encourages students and staff to engage in regular exercise, supporting their physical and mental health.
The university also contracted a local Sports Club (Ma’ameer Cultural and Sports Club) to add to the facilities available to at the university, below are some pictures of the university facilities and the facilities at the Ma’ameer Cultural and Sports Club:
Champions of the fifth edition of the University Football League
https://www.asu.edu.bh/champions-of-the-fifth-edition-of-the-university-football-league/
Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, the final match of the fifth edition of the University Football League was held. It brought together the University team and the American University team at Khalifa Sports City Stadium and ended with the University team winning by two goals to one.
The University team delivered an outstanding performance throughout the competition, leading them to win the league title for the second time in their history. Their player, Saleh Al-Zubaidi, was awarded the Best Player of the Tournament, showcasing both his individual and collective excellence.
Expressing his pride and appreciation for the players and the level of sportsmanship they displayed throughout the championship, Professor Waheeb Al-Khaja, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, affirmed that the university’s administration will spare no effort in supporting them to continue achieving titles and accomplishments.
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees stated that the final evening of the league was remarkable in all its details, amidst a wonderful and well-organized atmosphere, both technically and in terms of the audience. He extended his gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Authority for Sports, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, for his sponsorship of university sports in Bahrain. He also thanked all the entities responsible for organizing the championship for their exceptional efforts in its success.
Professor Hatem Masri confirmed the university’s pride in participating in the University Football League, noting that the university attaches great importance to sports activities in response to the initiatives of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa in supporting Bahraini sports. He pointed out that the university participated in this year’s championship with the gold as its goal, and succeeded in achieving it. He expressed his gratitude to the players for their outstanding performance during the tournament.
Finally, the university president stated that the university, as part of its commitment to enhancing the sports aspect for students, grants scholarships of up to 50% for student-athletes. He emphasized that the Board of Directors and the Board of Trustees attach great importance to supporting students in various sports aspects and academically, to enhance their excellence and distinction at various levels.
Health Unit
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It is located at the third floor at Academic building, room No. S327. ASU ensures that the Health Unit is always properly staffed and accessible during working hours from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The nurse can be contacted via phone at this number: 16036107. The nurse provides basic medical first aid services, as well as referral to other health professionals if needed and keeps students’ health records/files. This is a free and confidential service. The health Unit also participates in creating awareness of lifelong wellbeing Programmes. Beside the Health Unit, ASU has first aiders as follows available at each floor across the University campus to deal with any medical emergencies before the Health Unit nurse arrival, students who suffer an accident or health mishap during the days of the University, it is emphasized that all the health services that ASU offers are for all its students and staff, these services are free of charged The University, wishing to provide its students with the most optimal health services, has given the purpose of the unit, to deal with any health issue regarding students and staff, whether it be sexual and reproductive health or any type of disease that affects the academic community.
ASU staff is willing to attend to any problem of the student, whether in health or something specific, the list of personnel in charge is shown below:
Health Unit Medical Equipment’s for students and staff:
Health Clinic
ASU has a clinic that can attend to the students and staff outside the facilities in case of emergency or for any other situation that arises, the students and staff can use this service because they are members of the academic community.
Student Counselling
https://www.asu.edu.bh/student/student-affairs/counselling-ofice/about-the-office/
ASU “Student Counselling” is a specialized unit to deal with psychological issues of students and staff, with the purpose of giving sexual orientation, psychological and educational. The Student Counselling office helps to solve educational, social, psychological, and health related issues that students may encounter during their academic study at ASU and ensures that where this requires the services of external professional advice or assistance that the student is directed to the appropriate people or agencies who can provide help. The student counselling manager also deals with students with special needs. coordinates with relevant parties to ensure that, whilst preserving confidentiality, other academic or support staff are aware of any exceptional circumstances which may impinge on the student’s academic work. The Student Counselling office further strives to develop positive values and attitudes within students and motivates them to strive for excellence in their academic achievement.
Celebrating Stronger Together Event in Conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mental Health Day
On October 14th as part of the University’s commitment to health awareness and action, it marked a special event in conjunction with both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mental Health Day, titled “Stronger Together”, under the patronage of Professor Hatem Masri, the University President. The event was organised by the Counselling Office and Student Service Office, in collaboration with the Health Unit, Woman Club and Student Council 17th Cycle, bringing together healthcare professionals, foundational entities, and clinical centres, who have all collaborated to grow the knowledge of breast cancer and to promote mental health wellbeing.
The event saw the noticeable engagement of students, academic and administrative members who enthusiastically participated in various activities organised throughout the day at the University campus to raise such health awareness, which incorporated awareness session, free medical check-ups and consultations offered by medical healthcare professionals from various hospitals, providing the participants direct access to medical advice and preventive care.
During the day, an awareness lecture titled “The Impact of Positive Thinking and the Components of Happiness on Mental Health” was delivered at Abdulla Nass Hall and aimed to raise awareness about the significance of positive thinking and its effect on personal happiness and long-term mental health. This is in addition to the key medical services offered at the event, where the participants had their chance to learn about early symptoms, detection methods, treatment options, and the importance of regular screenings.
It is worth emphasizing that hosting such health events is not solely to educate individuals but also to empower them to take charge of their health. Events like this can effectively serve as a reminder of the value of early detection and the strength of a community that shares a collective sense of humanity.
Women’s Health
https://www.instagram.com/p/C5P7d0WMedN/?igsh=eGF4Ymo3b24ycDFl
Women’s Health, presented by Ms. Zainab Al-Afiyah, Health Promotion Specialist – Ministry of Health, on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 11:00 AM via the virtual room link available in the bio.
Pregnant Women and Family Stability
https://www.instagram.com/p/C5P7OnCsdKk/?igsh=YThvbW05ZnN4Mjd1
The Health Unit invites you to attend a lecture titled “Pregnant Women and Family Stability”, presented by Ms. Zainab Al-Afiyah, Health Promotion Specialist – Ministry of Health, on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 11:00 AM via the virtual room link available in the bio.
Mental Health in ASU
https://www.asu.edu.bh/student-counselling-office
Applied Science University (ASU) in Bahrain places a paramount emphasis on the mental health and well-being of both its students and employees. Recognizing that mental health is a fundamental component of overall academic and personal success, ASU has taken proactive measures to provide comprehensive support and resources in this critical area.
Counseling Department: ASU Bahrain boasts a dedicated Counseling Department staffed by experienced and compassionate professionals. This department serves as a vital pillar of support for students and employees who may be facing various mental health challenges. The Counseling Department offers confidential counseling sessions, providing individuals with a safe and non-judgmental space to discuss and address concerns related to stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. By ensuring the confidentiality of these sessions, ASU creates an environment where seeking help is encouraged and stigma is minimized.
Workshops and Awareness Lectures: ASU Bahrain actively organizes workshops and awareness lectures that tackle various aspects of mental health. These sessions are designed to educate and equip students and employees with valuable strategies for managing stress, enhancing well-being, and building resilience. Through these workshops, ASU fosters a culture of awareness and empowerment, allowing its community members to proactively engage with their mental health and seek help when needed.
By prioritizing mental health and offering a range of supportive services, including counseling, workshops, and awareness lectures, ASU in Bahrain is committed to creating a campus environment where both students and employees can thrive academically and personally while prioritizing their mental well-being.
Student Counselling Office
https://www.asu.edu.bh/student-counselling-office/about-the-office-counselling/
Objectives:
– Help solve educational, social and psychological issues that students may be exposed to during their academic study in the university. As well as, pave the way for them to continue their academic career in a smooth manner.
– Organise programs to prevent and minimise the problems that may be the cause for students to fail or withdraw from the university.
– Help students understand the university’s environment, nature of the specialisation, study system and the rules and regulations specific to the students of the university.
– Develop positive values and attitude within students and motivate them to strive for excellence in their academic achievement.
– Coordinate with faculty members to address some of the educational, behavioural, social, psychological and health-related situations that may be experienced by some of the students.
– Conduct studies and research surveys to learn about the prevalence of some of the problems between the students and provide stakeholders the necessary recommendations to reduce these problems in the future.
– Organize some awareness and educational activities for students, academic and administrative staff of the university in order to develop their personal abilities and build their attitudes positively towards social counselling services.
Services provided to the students:
– Educational Counselling: It aims to follow up the students’ academic progress and address the problems that hinder their academic achievement.
– Social Counselling: It aims at building positive social attitudes among the students and to address some special cases.
– Psychological Counselling: It aims to provide assistance and necessary psychological advice to those students who need it.
– Preventive Counselling: It aims to educate students and prevent them from falling into problems; whether they were health-related, psychological or social, to maintain the positive features of their personality.
– Group Counselling: It is for those students who have similar interest, goals and issues; where those students get to learn how to gain self-confidence, communication skills, social interaction skills, group participation, and handling responsibility.
– Variety of information sources: Such as booklets, brochures, audio-visual materials relating to social counselling and enabling students to make use of them in order to help them better adapt with themselves and with others in various aspects of life.
Mental Well-being Workshop
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Dr. Mai El Shaby, in collaboration with the Community Service Office, conducted a workshop titled “Emotional Safety.” The workshop was held on May 21, 2023, and was attended by Professor Mariam Al-Sanabi and members of the university’s faculty and staff. The workshop focused on various aspects of emotional well-being, addressing issues such as stress, anxiety, and emotional disturbances. It aimed to guide participants towards a balanced and healthier life by managing emotions and stressors effectively.
Dr. Mai discussed strategies to enhance emotional resilience, which can help individuals navigate life’s challenges more effectively. She highlighted the importance of self-awareness and emotional regulation, providing insights into recognizing and dealing with emotional triggers. The workshop also touched upon the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and how to prevent negative emotions from impacting one’s mental state.
The session witnessed active participation from students and attendees, as they engaged in discussions and raised questions related to emotional well-being. Dr. Mai provided comprehensive and insightful answers to these inquiries, adding value to the collective learning experience and contributing to the overall awareness and understanding of emotional health for both students and community members.
Student Affairs (SA)
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The Deanship of Student Affairs follows a student-centred philosophy and is fully committed to enhancing the University life experience for all ASU students. The Deanship of Student Affairs provides various services to deal with students’ needs and solve their problems in collaboration with the Colleges, Departments and other relevant parties. The Deanship provides activities and opportunities for students to foster their intellectual and personal development, and to enhance the overall students’ life experience.
Student Services Office
The Student Services Office supports students in the following ways:
- Assists students and provides guidance to help them to deal with various issues in cooperation with their Academic Advisors, Academic Departments, and Colleges.
- Supervises the election of the Student Council and its constitution.
- Spreads awareness amongst students of the University’s rules and regulations.
- Creates an environment that helps students to participate in all fields.
- Assists in establishing students’ activities, organise clubs, sporting, cultural, and social activities that fulfil the needs of the students and improve their skills.
- Discovers students’ particular talents and provides opportunities where possible to all students to maximise the use of these talents.
- Monitors the social media and disseminates information regarding relevant events which are relevant to ASU students.
- Supervise students Clubs formation and their activities
- Support student with special needs with coordination of the counselling Office Manager.
Student Counselling Office
Students who need help, whether personal or educational or who find difficulty coping with stress can contact the Student Counselling manager or the Dean of Student Affairs. All cases are discussed in complete confidentiality.
The Student Counselling Office helps to solve social, psychological, and health-related issuesthat students may encounter during their academic study at ASU and ensures that where this requires the services of external professional advice or assistance that the student is directed to the appropriate people or agencies who can provide help. The student counselling manager also deals with students with special needs, coordinates with relevant parties to ensure that, whilst preserving confidentiality, other academic or support staff are aware of any exceptional circumstances which may impinge on the student’s academic work. The Student Counselling Office further strives to develop positive values and attitudes within students and motivates them to strive for excellence in their academic achievement.
Services for Students with Special Needs/ Disabilities
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The University provides full assistance to students with disabilities and assists them by taking appropriate actions to ensure their welfare. Students with particular medical conditions or with learning support needs that affect their ability to undertake their academic studies or general wellbeing are requested to inform the Student Counselling Office or the Dean of Student Affairs and submit their medical records.
The Deanship of Student Affairs or the Student Counselling manager will, in full confidence, take appropriate actions and contact relevant academic staff to provide additional support throughout their study at the University. The University aims to make all reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. It has dedicated and qualified staff to handle issues pertaining to students with disabilities. For more information, please refer to the special needs policy on www.asu.edu.bh.
Counselling
The University will provide counselling services to students with disabilities on a regular basis and will strive to meet all learning requirements of the students and ensure that the students feel properly accommodated within University premises.
Academic Support
- Examination support: Different examination halls, breaks between exams, increased examination time, increased font size used in examination papers, note taking, and other supports will be provided depending on the student case and needs.
- In-class support: Seating arrangement facilities will be provided to accommodate students with disabilities adequately. Tutor support during and after class will also be provided if needed.
- Learning aids such as visual aids, and other assistance devices will be provided when possible.
Confidentiality
- All matters pertaining to students that have been identified as students with special needs are treated with full confidentiality and discretion. Student’s records are kept in secure files.
- Students with special needs are required to update their health files/ records on a regular basis.
Academic Advising
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- All registered students are assigned an academic advisor before the commencement of their academic studies. The students will be given the opportunity to meet their advisors during the orientation process.
- The academic advisor will assist the student to successfully complete their degree Programme through periodic coaching, mentoring, and guiding the student through the University policies, regulations, and assessment criteria.
- Academic advisors help to develop well- rounded individuals who are able to make informed and sound career choices and also help the students through their personal issues and problems that may get in the way of their academic progress.
- Academic advisors are available to support and guide students; however, students themselves are responsible for selecting and managing the content of their academic Programmes and making satisfactory progress toward their chosen academic degrees.
Student Counselling
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ASU provides the “Student Counselling” in collaboration with the “Community Engagement Office”, seeks to effectively contribute to the self-development of the students who are in need of care and psycho-social support. The aim is to help them attain the optimal level of psycho-social adjustment with themselves and their surroundings, by providing counseling sessions and raising awareness. The Unit offers counseling services and interventions free of charged , including but not limited to psychological, social and educational services for the students. These services are rendered in accordance with world-wide counseling, therapeutic psychological and ethical standards which regulate psycho-social services. The guiding principle for the Unit is nondiscrimination and equality. The student counselling manager also deals with students with special needs. coordinates with relevant parties to ensure that, whilst preserving confidentiality, other academic or support staff are aware of any exceptional circumstances which may impinge on the student’s academic work. The Student Counselling office further strives to develop positive values and attitudes within students and motivates them to strive for excellence in their academic achievement.
Student Counselling office
https://www.asu.edu.bh/student/student-affairs/counselling-ofice/about-the-office/
Objectives:
- Help solve educational, social and psychological issues that students may be exposed to during their academic study in the university. As well as pave the way for them to continue their academic career in a smooth manner.
- Organise programs to prevent and minimise the problems that may be the cause for students to fail or withdraw from the university.
- Help students understand the university’s environment, nature of the specialisation, study system and the rules and regulations specific to the students of the university.
- Develop positive values and attitude within students and motivate them to strive for excellence in their academic achievement.
- Coordinate with faculty members to address some of the educational, behavioural, social, psychological and health-related situations that may be experienced by some of the students.
- Conduct studies and research surveys to learn about the prevalence of some of the problems between the students and provide stakeholders the necessary recommendations to reduce these problems in the future.
- Organize some awareness and educational activities for students, academic and administrative staff of the university in order to develop their personal abilities and build their attitudes positively towards social counselling services.
Services provided to the students:
- Educational Counselling: It aims to follow up the students’ academic progress and address the problems that hinder their academic achievement.
- Social Counselling: It aims at building positive social attitudes among the students and to address some special cases.
- Psychological Counselling: It aims to provide assistance and necessary psychological advice to those students who need it.
- Preventive Counselling: It aims to educate students and prevent them from falling into problems; whether they were health-related, psychological or social, to maintain the positive features of their personality.
- Group Counselling: It is for those students who have similar interest, goals and issues; where those students get to learn how to gain self-confidence, communication skills, social interaction skills, group participation, and handling responsibility.
- Variety of information sources: Such as booklets, brochures, audio-visual materials relating to social counselling and enabling students to make use of them in order to help them better adapt with themselves and with others in various aspects of life.
ASU has developed awareness, workshops, lectures with the purpose that the academic community and university staff have well-being and excellent physical and mental health for the days at the ASU facilities:
Mental Health During Exam Periods
https://www.instagram.com/p/C5QuezyNMQY/?igsh=dmM0aml5b3d0ZWw4
The Student Affairs Guidance Office invites you to attend a lecture titled:
“Mental Health During Exam Periods”
Presented by Dr. Horia Al-Deeb,
Faculty Member at the College of Administrative Sciences,
on Wednesday, April 3, 2024,
from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM,
via the virtual room link available on the university’s main page bio.
Postpartum Mental Health
https://www.instagram.com/p/C5cy7VnMEYO/?igsh=MXhveHNqNGlodHNiMQ%3D%3D
The Health Unit invites you to attend a lecture titled:
“Postpartum Mental Health”
Presented by Ms. Zainab Al-Afiyah, Health Promotion Specialist – Ministry of Health,
on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 11:00 AM,
via the virtual room link available in the bio.
Applied Sciences University Smoke-Free New Campus Policy
https://www.asu.edu.bh/student/health-safety/
- Policy Principles
- Smoking/vaping is prohibited within all University buildings, facilities, grounds, University-owned vehicles, and property leased to or managed by the University with the exceptions of:
- Controlled research, or educational, theatrical, or religious ceremonial purposes, with prior approval from the Dean or Director responsible for the facility.
- Privately-owned vehicles and locations outside of the New Campus ASU
- Littering the campus with remains of disposable tobacco/nicotine products is prohibited.
- Assistance with smoking/vaping cessation for students, faculty and staff is available through the Applied Sciences University health unit. More information can be found at https://www.asu.edu.bh/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/ASU-Student-Application-Guide.pdf
- Information regarding smoking, vaping, and tobacco use at Applied Sciences University canbe found within their Smoking Policy
IV. Applicability
This policy applies to all students, faculty, staff, consultants, contractors, and visitors.
V. Policy Management
Responsible Office: Risk Management and Safety
Responsible Executive: Executive Director of Risk Management and Safety
Responsible Officer: Director Health Promotion and Wellness Services
VI. Definitions
- For the purpose of this policy, the Applied Sciences University campus shall be defined as that which is contained within the legal property boundaries of all property owned, leased to or managed by theUniversity or managed by Applied Sciences University.
- For the purpose of this policy “smoking” is defined as inhaling, exhaling, burning or possessing lighted tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco and hookahs.
- For the purpose of this policy, “vaping” includes the use of any oral electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e-cigarettes and vaping devices (e.g., JUUL devices).
VII. Policy Procedures
- The success of this policy depends upon the thoughtfulness, consideration, and cooperation of smokers, vapers and non-smokers. Adherence to this policy is the responsibility of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors of Applied Sciences University. All students, faculty, staff, and visitors who are in violation of this policy will be asked to comply by discarding their tobacco or vape product.
- As necessary, facility and property managers will regulate enforcement of this policy, including but not limited to posting appropriate signage. Any concerns about and/or violations of the policy will be brought to the attention of the individuals responsible for the operation of the University facility in question and/or the supervisor responsible for the work area.
VIII. Sanctions
Individuals refusing to comply with this policy and repeat offenders must be addressed through the existing disciplinary policies outlined in the Code of Student Conduct, Faculty Handbook and the Human Resource policies housed in the University Policy Database.
IX. Exclusions
As noted above:
- Smoking/vaping in University facilities will be permitted for controlled research, educational, theatrical, or religious ceremonial purposes, with prior written approval of the Dean, Director, or Department Head responsible for the facility.
- Smoking/vaping is permitted in privately-owned vehicles (windows up) parked within the perimeter of campus.
Health and Safety Handbook
https://www.asu.edu.bh/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Health-Safety-Handbook-15-Sep-2020.pdf
Health and Safety is a top priority for Applied Science University (ASU). Irrespective of whether you are a student, member of staff working here, we need to ensure that you come into ASU and return home safely at the end of the day, without any accidents or any harm to your health. ASU is committed to ensure that all the activities undertaken at the university premises are carried out to the highest possible standards of health and safety.
The Occupational Health and Safety policy at the university is designed to achieve the following objectives:
3.1 Safeguarding and protecting employees’ health and working capacity.
3.2 Carrying out continuous improvement at the university to improve the working conditions at the university and make it safer for employee’s health and safety.
3.3 Developing an organizational culture that promotes the advancement of healthy and safe working conditions and a harmonious working environment; resulting in happier and more productive employees.
Basic Health and Safety Rules
Applied Science University is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, visitors and contractors.
This Health and Safety Handbook specifically mentioned with regards smoking regulations, emergency action plan and security rules, etc. Other than it is expected that all members of Applied Science University follow the below mentioned basic health and safety rules.
7.1 The Head of Administration Department and Health and Safety Supervisor ensure that students and staff receive appropriate safety training.
7.2 To maintain the good image of the Applied Science University, students and staff will be reminded to be attired in a manner befitting the status of university.
7.3 The contractors and maintenance staff wear appropriate, suitable protective uniform at the university.
7.4 Make sure that you are aware of the location of fire assembly point and escape routes. In the event of an emergency do not panic and follow the emergency response procedure.
7.5 Students and staff are forbidden to carry out any repairs on the electrical appliances at the university.
7.6 Students must not, under any circumstance, light candles, joss sticks or other flammable items in their classroom or university premises. Such actions constitute serious fire risks and will activate the smoke detectors.
7.7 Horseplay, running and practical jokes are prohibited in the Applied Science University due to potential slipping, tripping and collision hazards.
7.8 Students and Staff must cooperate with and follow university emergency arrangements.
7.9 The Applied Science University implemented arrangements to encourage students and staff to report hazards and unsafe conditions to the Health and Safety Supervisor or Security Control Room.
7.10 The contractor must wear Personal Protective Equipment required to carry out any maintenance or construction activities at the university.
7.11 The contractor must obtain permits and gate pass for maintenance and construction activities.
7.12 All university members must aware of all safety facility locations such as first aid kit, first aid room, firefighting equipment and emergency exit.
Smoking Restriction
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Applied Science University wishes to provide, as far as is reasonably practicable, a healthy, safe and comfortable environment for employees and students as well as a safe environment. This section aims to minimise the harmful effects of passive smoking and its related discomfort to others and to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
- Generally, smoking is forbidden in the Applied Science University with the exception of designated smoking area.
- Appropriate no smoking signs are displayed in the premises.
- The designated smoking rooms are 422 and 329 which allow smoking whilst being seated.
- Provided suitable ashtrays in the smoking room and ensure cigarettes are completely extinguished before you leave a smoking room.
- Opening or closure of smoking room is subject to management discretion.