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Safety is as simple as A B C – Always Be Careful – Don't learn safety by accident! 

At Rhodes University, the Safety, Health and Environmental Officer - SHE Officer - reports to The Registrar. The SHE Office is located in the Registrar's Division: Eden Grove building, Lucas Avenue. Email: b.nomji@ru.ac.za or safety@ru.ac.za and RU extension: 8278. 

The role of the SHE Officer at the University

The Rhodes University Safety Health and Environmental officer (SHE) provides support to the University Management in its efforts to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and other relevant Acts. She also assists in the different departments to develop new OHS/ SHE procedures and proper implementation of existing ones. Her work also includes assisting the faculties and the various departments develop injury and incident prevention strategies for their respective areas. Amongst others:

  • To ensure that all incidents that have occurred are investigated and reported to the department of labor where necessary.
  • Review and analyze injury and incident reports and data to ensure that preventative measures are in place to prevent re occurrence.
  • To asses and approve contractor's health and safety plans appointed by the university before carrying out any work at the university.

Other Sections relating to Safety, Health and Environment

  • Wellness

RU aims to provide an environment that supports staff Wellness and quality of work life. This includes a staff HIV/AIDS Peer Educators Programme that addresses related concerns in the workplace. More info: Institutional Wellness Specialist, 046 603 7075 or t.mzizi(at)ru.ac.za - Human Resources Division.

  • Environmental Responsibility 

Rhodes University is committed to playing a leading role in the Eastern Cape and South Africa with respect to social and ecological justice, and promote practices that support a safe, healthy and sustainable environment to support all who live in it. More info: Environmental Sustainability.

  • Security (Campus Protection)

The Campus Protection Unit (CPU) is responsible for providing on-campus security services, including the security Blue Route, monitoring Fire drills, and guidance on personal Safety and Security. More info: CPU MANAGER (Mr Joel Mabotja), RU ext 8798, or 8146/7 or j.mabotja@ru.ac.za - part of Infrastructure and Operations Division (see Services).

  • Services (Maintenance) on Campus

WHO provides WHAT Services: Guidance on who to contact for repairs, maintenance and other services at RU. More info: Deputy Director, Facilities  - RU ext 7519, d.vandyk(at)ru.ac.za - Infrastructure and Operations Division - Facilities .

 

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