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RAKMHSUPOLICIES&PROCEDURESMANUALPolicy Code:7.1PolicyOwnerCOOVersion& DateJan2026(V 5.1)Page No.:Page 1of 77.1ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY (EHS) POLICYPurposeRAK Medical & Health Sciences University(RAKMHSU) is committed to providing a safe, healthy, secure, and supportive environment that safeguards the physical safety, psychological safety, health, and wellbeing of all members of the Universitycommunity.This policy establishes the institutional EHS framework, integrating environmental protection, occupational health and safety, psychological safety, campus wellbeing, and substance controls under defined governance and accountability.The policy aims to prevent injury, illness, psychological harm, and environmental risk, and to ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.Reports and concerns raised in good faith shall be addressed fairly, and retaliation is prohibited.ScopeThis policy applies to:%u2022All students, faculty, staff, interns, trainees, contractors, and visitors%u2022All University-owned or managed premises and activities, including:oAcademic and administrative buildingsoLaboratories, clinics, and simulation centersoHealth service unitsoOutdoor spaces and UniversityvehiclesoUniversity-related activities conducted on or off campusDefinitionsEnvironmental Health & Safety (EHS):Systems and controls implemented to prevent injury, illness, and environmental harm arising from Universityactivities.Physical Safety:Protection from physical injury, harm, or hazardous conditions arising from infrastructure, equipment, materials, practices, or environmental factors.Psychological Safety:An environment in which individuals feel respected, supported, and able to participate, communicate concerns, seek assistance, and engage in learning or work without fear of intimidation, humiliation, discrimination, or retaliation.Health Services:Preventive, responsive, and supportive health services provided by or through the Universityto safeguard student and staff health and wellbeing.