1 May 2020 Coronavirus Update
On Monday 11 May 2020, Box Hill Institute will start a phased return to campus for term 2. As part of this transition, some students will be invited to return to campus to continue the practical components of their course. The health and safety of all students on campus is a priority for Box Hill Institute.
Eligibility to Return to Campus
Only students who have been invited, who are well and present no risk will be eligible to return to campus. A student declaration coupled with entry screening will assess this. Additionally, students with underlying health conditions or in high risk categories that would make them vulnerable should not return to campus. This is in line with the advice provided by the Department of Health and Human Services - COVID 19 Information.
Concierge Team on Campus
A Concierge Team on campus
will welcome returning students and conduct daily screenings as part of entry onto
the campus. This team consists of Box Hill Institute staff members who have
received training to ensure that students’ health and safety is a top priority,
and they will also monitor social distancing.
Daily Screening
All students returning to
campus will be required to attend a screening station where the Concierge Team
will conduct temperature checks and health. Students are asked to arrive 15
mins before class to ensure they can be screened efficiently before their
scheduled class begins. Once a student oases they screening, they will receive
a sticker, which indicates their eligibility to be on campus for that day
only.
Infection Control
The main reason for
students returning to campus is to attend class and a range of measures has
been implemented to ensure this.
Social Distancing must be
adhered to at all times in and outside the classroom. Once class has finished
students will be required to leave campus. If a student is found to be in
breach of the social distancing requirements, they may be asked to leave campus
and return at an advised date.
Students will be trained
in managing infection control practices in the classroom where there is shared
equipment and surfaces. They will be required to observe these practices during
class. This includes wash hands regularly as well as using hand sanitiser
before entering the classrooms.
Condition of Entry / Declaration
Condition of entry to
campus is subject to adhering to, and following measures to manage the risk of
transmission. Students will:
· Stay home if exhibiting even mild symptoms of being unwell
· Agree to daily screening procedures
· Undertake in-class training on managing transmission of COVID-19
· Observe and implement all measures required to ensure safety of self and others including social distancing and cleaning shared equipment and surfaces between use
Student Declaration
Students returning to
campus will be required to complete a declaration agreeing to the conditions of
entry as well as observing Box Hill Institute Code of Conduct for Students. This
declaration is not compulsory, however students will not be able to return to
campus during the pandemic unless they sign it. The duration of the declaration
is until the control measures have been removed on the advice of Victoria’s
Chief Health Officer.
If a student is found to
be in breach of the conditions of entry outlined in the declarations, they may be
immediately removed from campus and potentially banned from returning for the
duration the restrictions in place as advised by the Victoria’s Chief Health
Officer.
Public Transport
Public Transport Victoria has information on its website about the measures it
is taking to keep passengers safe, including increased cleaning and cashless
transactions. It also outlines measures passengers can take including social
distancing.
Student Life
If you require support
during this time, please contact Student Life on (03) 9286 9891 or email studentlife@boxhill.edu.au.
For International
Students, please contact the International Student Wellbeing Officer, Nikki
Singh on (03) 9286 9445 or via
email at nikita.singh@boxhill.edu.au.
If you have questions
about your academic progress and would like assistance with your assessments,
please contact the International Academic Advisor, Faz Maghami on (03) 9286 9734 or via email at f.maghami@boxhill.edu.au.
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