Quality Assurance & Institutional Effectiveness
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
The purpose of the Health, Safety, and Environment Committee (HSEC) at Gulf Medical University is to ensure the well-being, safety, and environmental sustainability of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors on campus.
Purpose
Chair
Members
Vice Chancellor Academic
Chief Operating Officer (Co-chair)
Health and Safety Officer (Secretary)
Student Representatives
Faculty/Staff Representatives
Facility Management
Facility Supervisor “Security”
Housekeeping Department
Quality Assurance & Institutional Effectiveness Representative
Term of office
Two years (Renewable once)
Frequency of Meetings
At least two times per year
Chancellor
Quorum
75%
Decision-Making & Voting Right
The committee adopts a collaborative decision-making approach. Every member has voting rights including students. A simple majority, defined as more than 50%, is necessary for the approval of any given decision.
Responsibilities
Chairperson
Guide the committee in setting safety policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
Co-chair
Collaborate with the Chairperson in leading meetings and initiatives.
Act as the main point of contact in the Chairperson's absence.
Support the execution of HSE policies and procedures.
HSE Officer Committee Secretary
Develop and implement health, safety, and emergency response plans.
Lead incident investigations and reporting.
Provide HSE training to all members.
Schedule meetings and prepare agendas.
Record and distribute minutes of meetings.
Manage all committee correspondence and documentation
Student Representatives
Act as a liaison between the student body and the HSE committee.
Promote safety awareness and best practices among students.
Provide student perspectives on health and safety concerns.
Faculty/Staff Representatives
Liaise with faculty/staff members to communicate HSE guidelines.
Report safety concerns and provide feedback from the academic community.
Assist in safety audits and risk assessments.
Facility Management
Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of safety equipment.
Address facility-related health and safety hazards.
Ensure that emergency systems (e.g., fire alarms) are functioning properly.
Facility Supervisor “Security”
Monitor campus for security risks and safety violations.
Collaborate with emergency services during incidents.
Conduct drills for evacuation and emergency response.
Housekeeping Department
Monitor cleanliness and hygiene in all university areas.
Ensure safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals.
Report any hazards related to cleanliness that may pose health risks.
Quality Assurance & Institutional Effectiveness Representative
Ensure that all HSE practices align with institutional standards.
Conduct periodic reviews and audits of HSE policies and procedures.
Work to continuously improve HSE strategies and their effectiveness.