The Faculty of Engineering at Assiut University conducted an evacuation drill for its workshop building on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, as part of a training exercise on building evacuation procedures in case of hazards.
The drill was held under the auspices of Professor Ahmed El-Menshawy, President of the University, and Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development. It was supervised and attended by Professor Khaled Salah, Dean of the Faculty; Professor Mohamed Safwat Abu Raya, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Professor Salwa Abdel Rahman Megahed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Mohamed Aboul-Qassem Mohamed, former Dean of the Faculty, who delivered an introductory lecture on workplace hazards and how to respond to them during evacuation; and Mr. Raafat Bakr, Secretary General of the Faculty. The drill was conducted under the supervision of Professor Mo'men Mohamed Sayed, Director of Security; Professor Mohamed Abdel-Aal, Director of Civil Defense at the University; Professor Mohamed Mohi, Director of Security at the College; and a number of security personnel from the College and the University's Civil Defense, with the participation of a large number of staff members.
The drill was carried out in cooperation with the University Security and Occupational Safety Department, hospitals, and various other relevant entities. The University Security Department, fire trucks from the University's Civil Protection Department, and ambulances from hospitals all participated.
During the orientation lecture, Professor Khaled Salah, Dean of the College, indicated that the training exercises are part of a series of training courses aimed at disseminating a culture of risk management and prevention to ensure the safety of individuals and facilities. This is achieved through the practical application of how to take optimal and appropriate action in hazardous situations, thus protecting lives and property. He commended the College of Engineering for its facilities, laboratories, and green spaces, which require proper and comprehensive maintenance and protection.
His Excellency also expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the university administration, headed by Professor Dr. Ahmed El-Menshawy, President of Assiut University, and Professor Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, commending their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all individuals and facilities within the university campus. He also acknowledged their continuous efforts to promote a culture of civil protection, raise awareness of firefighting mechanisms, and implement proper procedures to prevent fires and minimize their risks. He further noted the ongoing dedication to training and qualifying all university employees across various sectors to consistently adhere to public safety and security procedures, and to enhance their expertise in this vital field.
In the same vein, Professor Dr. Salwa Abdel Rahman Megahed emphasized the importance of such training courses, which aim to disseminate a culture of civil protection and raise awareness of mechanisms for preserving human life and protecting facilities. She also thanked the university administration for providing continuous support at all levels, stemming from its full awareness of the importance of civil protection and its commitment to safeguarding individuals and facilities from hazards.
The Faculty of Engineering extends its sincere thanks to the University Security and Occupational Safety Department for providing the necessary support and technical supervision during the evacuation process.
