Study environment and health
At Blekinge Institute of Technology, everyone should have a safe, secure and inspiring study environment. We strive for a sustainable and developing work and study environment where you as a student can thrive and feel good.
BTH has zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, victimisation, threats and violence. We want everyone to feel respected and welcome here.
As a student, you are equated with employees in the Work Environment Act (with a few exceptions), which means that you have both rights and obligations. Together we create a safe and inclusive university!
Your study environment
Your study environment at BTH should give you the best conditions to succeed with your studies. It should be adapted to the requirements of the education and also take into account your individual needs - both physical and mental.
BTH works actively to prevent ill health and accidents and strives for a safe and inclusive study environment. As a student, you are an important part of this work - together we create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel good.
Organisational and social study environment
The organisational and social study environment is about how we collaborate, communicate and create a good atmosphere on campus. This includes everything from participation and management to how we treat each other in studies and group work.
Physical study environment
Your physical study environment affects your wellbeing and performance. Factors such as air quality, noise level, light, ergonomics and working postures play a major role in your everyday study life. BTH works to ensure that you have a comfortable and healthy environment to study in.
Digital study environment
The digital study environment is an important part of your studies, whether you study on campus or from home. This includes both the technology and systems that enable learning, and the impact of digital tools on your physical and psychological work environment.
Alcohol and drug policy
BTH is an alcohol and drug-free study and workplace. We all have a shared responsibility to create a safe and pleasant environment where everyone can perform at their best.
Efficiency, safety and well-being must never be affected by alcohol or drugs. If someone is under the influence on campus or in a teaching context, staff have the right to ask them to leave.
Contributing to a safe study environment
Your safety and well-being, and that of others, is important. By taking responsibility and paying attention, you can help create a safe and positive study environment.
- Follow safety instructions and use protective equipment where necessary, such as gloves, safety glasses or hearing protection.
- Report deficiencies in the study environment, such as accidents, incidents, discrimination or victimsation.
- Show respect for others and contribute to a supportive and inclusive study atmosphere.
Read more in Policy for work environment, equal opportunities and gender equality and how we together create a better study environment.
Incidents and work-related injuries
Incidents - when something could have led to injury
An incident is an event or situation that could have caused an injury, but where no one was hurt this time. Examples of incidents:
- You slip but escape without injury.
- A threatening person enters the premises but is repelled before anything happens.
- An object falls down but does not hit anyone.
- You sustain a cut or stab wound that does not require treatment.
Work-related injury - when something has caused harm
A wori-related injury is an injury or illness incurred in connection with your studies, for example:
- Accidental injuries during scheduled studies, group work or work-based learning.
- Injuries that occur on the way to or from campus.
- Illnesses caused by the working environment or infection.
Serious injury or death
In the event of a serious injury, such as loss of a limb, damage to organs, psychological trauma or death, the course or program coordinator or head of department should be informed immediately.
Report incidents and work-related injuries
Everyone at BTH has a responsibility to report incidents and work-related injuries. By reporting risks, we can quickly address them and create a safer study environment.
Reporting defects in the physical work environment
When something is broken or there are deficiencies in the physical study and work environment, you should report it to servicesupport@bth.se.
If it concerns technical equipment such as computers, you should contact ithelpdesk@bth.se.
Work environment training
Take part in BTH's digital work environment training that goes through the work environment legislation and the various parts of the systematic work environment work. The training is not credit-bearing and is estimated to take about 1-2 hours to complete.