Campus Safety Network Mechanism

The University established a Campus Safety and Disaster Response Center to address risks such as earthquakes, fires, traffic accidents, infectious diseases, and food safety. Through real-time reporting, rapid response, training, and equipment upgrades, disaster probability and impact are effectively reduced (see Section 4-1 Climate Change Response).

By implementing regular inspections, early-warning alerts, and tiered response protocols, disaster resilience is strengthened. A 24/7 monitoring system, supported by community police and campus security, ensures quick handling of emergencies.The campus is equipped with five emergency systems and 796 call stations, continuously upgraded, along with a Mobile Campus Safety Center to enhance efficiency and protection.

Campus Security Incident Classification and Response Command

Disaster Risk Assessment 

Cheng Shiu University conducts disaster risk reviews based on hazard potential maps provided by the Ministry of Education’s Disaster Prevention Education GIS platform and the National Science and Technology Center for Disaster Reduction. Potential risks on campus and in surrounding areas are identified through environmental safety inspections and on-site surveys, enabling early detection and the implementation of disaster prevention and mitigation measures. According to the analysis, within a 500-meter radius of the campus there are areas with flooding potential (dark blue zones), while the campus itself is located in a low soil-liquefaction potential area for earthquakes (green zone).

Disaster Potential Analysis of The Campus and Surrounding Areas 

Note: Criteria for assessment: (1) Directly located within a hazard potential zone; (2) Not directly within the zone, but within 500 meters of it; (3) No hazard potential zone within 500 meters.

Campus Disaster Management and Emergency Response 

To strengthen resilience against extreme climate events and enhance emergency response capacity, Cheng Shiu University has established the Campus Safety and Disaster Prevention Response Center, which develops and implements various safety and disaster education programs:

Earthquake and Disaster Preparedness Education 

To strengthen student safety awareness, the University organizes the National Disaster Prevention Day Program each year. Activities include earthquake preparedness education, evacuation drills, and workshops to familiarize students with safety protocols and support national defense objectives. Integrated with the All-out Defense Education curriculum, all faculty and students are required to practice “Drop, Cover, and Hold On,” evacuation routes, and roll calls to ensure full understanding.

In 2024, the University conducted six campus-wide drills and awareness activities (including freshman orientation, assemblies, kindergarten, dormitories, and academic buildings), with a total of 10,858 participants.

Traffic Safety Education 

To foster safe traffic habits and ensure the well-being of faculty and students, the university has implemented a Traffic Safety Education Plan and established a Traffic Safety Committee, chaired by the President with the Dean of Student Affairs and the Director of the Military Training and Campus Safety Center as executive secretaries. The committee meets once per semester to address campus traffic issues.

Traffic safety education is promoted through various channels, including freshman orientation, campus-wide assemblies, and departmental meetings, with experts invited to deliver lectures. Experiential activities integrate traffic safety with life education, emphasizing motorcycle riding safety. A Traffic Safety Service Club and Student Traffic Patrol Team were formed to assist with traffic control and order maintenance. These efforts aim to reduce accidents and create a safer campus environment.

Green Transportation and Campus Safety Management Strategies 

According to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) Road Traffic Safety Data Inquiry System, the area within 500 meters of the university (yellow zone) includes identified accident hotspots (dark blue points), as shown in the figure. The university has continued to implement traffic safety measures to protect pedestrians on campus, resulting in a steady decline in nearby accident cases. In 2024, a total of 45 traffic accidents occurred within 500 meters of the campus, representing a 50% reduction compared to the 2019 baseline year.

Note: Source - MOTC Road Traffic Safety Data Inquiry System – School Vicinity Accident Hotspots.

Accidents and Casualties Near Campus

 Note: Data source — Ministry of Transportation and Communications, Directorate General of Highways and Road Safety Division, Road Safety Information Inquiry System. The statistics on accident hotspots around the university include cases involving the general public.

Campus Safety and Disaster Preparedness Education – Implementation Overview 

Campus Food Safety 

In accordance with the Regulations for the Establishment of the Health and Dietary Committee, the University established the Health and Dietary Committee, chaired by the President, with the Director of the Student Life and Health Section serving as Executive Secretary. The committee convenes at least once per academic year to coordinate and discuss major issues related to food and dining hygiene, thereby preventing food safety incidents.

Cafeteria Hygiene Supervision 

The University engages a part-time nutritionist from Chang Gung Memorial Hospital to conduct cafeteria hygiene inspections at least once a week. Based on the inspection results, the Student Life and Health Section implements improvements accordingly, with records kept through the Student Cafeteria Hygiene Audit Form for future reference.

Food Hygiene Management 

According to regulations, all on-campus food service providers are subject to the Ministry of Education’s annual hygiene guidance visits. In the 2023 academic year, one vendor received counseling, with the site visit completed on May 3, 2024, and all required improvements carried out. For the 2024 academic year, another visit is scheduled for May 14, 2025. The vendor under review, a self-service cafeteria, has completed the required improvements as follows:

● Kept exhaust hoods and fans clean at all times, strengthened pest control, and ensured food was properly covered in compliance with workplace hygiene requirements.

● Repaired lighting fixtures above the food preparation area.

● Ensured frozen food was properly covered, homemade sauces were sealed and stored to maintain freshness and safety, and temperature logs were accurately maintained, complying with food acceptance, handling, and storage standards.

● Replaced chopping boards and clearly labeled raw/cooked food preparation zones to comply with hygienic food preparation and meal service practices.

Campus Infectious Disease Prevention 

The University places great importance on the prevention of infectious diseases on campus, recognizing it as a cornerstone in safeguarding students’ physical and mental health as well as maintaining a high-quality learning environment. To this end, the Cheng Shiu University Regulations for Infectious Disease Prevention have been established, with implementation carried out in accordance with the standardized Campus Infectious Disease Prevention Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Flowchart.

In response to the potential risks of infection associated with densely populated environments and frequent interactions among faculty, staff, and students, the University has implemented comprehensive measures including health education campaigns, promotion of proper hygiene practices, regular health check-ups, vaccination programs, and an effective infectious disease reporting system to reduce the risk of disease transmission.

Furthermore, the University collaborates with local communities and parents to establish a cooperative epidemic prevention network, thereby creating a healthy, safe, and reassuring learning environment that supports students’ steady growth and holistic development.