18 June 2026
Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector organized, on Monday, 18 May, the initiative titled “Together… for a Safe Work Environment”, aiming to enhance preventive awareness among employees of the General Administration of Rest Houses and Faculty Members’ Housing. The initiative runs over two days under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Ahmed El-Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, and in the presence of Mr. Osama El-Sayed and Mr. Ayman Shehata, Assistant University Secretaries.
Professor El-Minshawy affirmed that Assiut University is committed to embedding a culture of occupational safety and health across all its sectors through specialized awareness and training programs that enhance employees’ efficiency and strengthen their ability to respond effectively and consciously to risks and emergencies. He noted that providing a safe and sustainable work environment is a key pillar of the University’s strategy to support human resources and improve the quality of the working environment.
The initiative is implemented in cooperation between the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Energy Management Center, the University’s Civil Protection Administration, and the General Administration of Rest Houses and Faculty Members’ Housing. It is held under the supervision of Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset, Supervisor of Occupational Safety and Health across university sectors and university hospitals; Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Malek, Director of the Energy Management Center; Brig. Gen. Ibrahim Aanous, Advisor to the University President for Civil Protection; Mr. Mostafa Gaber, General Director of the General Administration of Rest Houses and Faculty Members’ Housing; and Mr. Mohamed Abdel-Aal, Supervisor of Civil Protection at the University.
During his lecture titled “Your Safety is Our Responsibility,” Professor Mohamed Ahmed El-Adawy emphasized the importance of implementing occupational safety and health regulations and procedures. He explained that the initiative is grounded in the University’s belief in the importance of the human element, and that safeguarding employees’ health and safety is not only a legal obligation but also an ethical responsibility that contributes to a safe and stable work environment. He further highlighted that a safe workplace is a fundamental pillar of sustainable development, as it reduces risks, increases productivity, and enhances employee satisfaction.
For his part, Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset presented the concept of occupational safety and health in accordance with the international ISO 45001 standards, outlining its various fields, including industrial safety, occupational health, electrical safety, structural safety, as well as awareness and training. He also reviewed occupational safety requirements across different sectors, stressing that prevention is the first line of defense in protecting lives and property.
Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Malek, Director of the Energy Management Center, in collaboration with Mr. Mahmoud Ibrahim, Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, and Mr. Mustafa Hussein, Technician at the same department, delivered an interactive lecture addressing personal skills development, risk management, time management, coping with stress, and effective teamwork practices.
Brig. Gen. Ibrahim Aanous delivered a lecture titled “Fundamentals of Civil Protection,” in which he discussed the causes of fires, prevention methods, firefighting strategies, and practical training on the correct use of fire extinguishers during emergencies.
In the same context, Mr. Mostafa Gaber highlighted the importance of the initiative in raising preventive awareness among employees regarding occupational safety and health standards, rationalizing electricity consumption, and preventing electrical hazards. He also emphasized proper procedures in emergency situations, contributing to the establishment of a safe work culture and achieving the highest levels of safety and security for staff.
The second day of the initiative will include theoretical and practical training on preventing electrical hazards and proper handling of electrical risks in the workplace, delivered by Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Malek, Mr. Mahmoud Ibrahim, and Mr. Mustafa Hussein. It will also feature applied workshops on occupational safety and health, including inspection and monitoring procedures, documentation of observations, and immediate problem-solving approaches to prevent escalation, presented by Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset and Engineer Shaimaa Mohamed, Acting Director of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Additionally, a workshop on handling gas leaks and emergency situations will be delivered by Mr. Mohamed Abdel-Aal.
