Health and safety at the heart of data center projects and offices
Health and safety at the heart of data center projects and offices
An unwavering commitment, because life matters most
At Equans Data Centers, the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees, contractors, clients, and the communities in which we operate are paramount. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest health, safety and wellbeing standards throughout all phases of our data center construction projects. Our unwavering commitment to providing a secure and protected working environment is integral to our key principles, as follows. Our vision is a culture where everybody contributes to the health, safety and well-being of each other. This is why we’ve launched our dedicated health and safety commitment: Life matters most: Strive for health and safety. It’s a reflection of our promise to protect people, always.
Life matters most: Strive for health and safety
Life matters most: Strive for health and safety is our health and safety commitment at Equans Data Centers. It is our core value that shapes every decision we make, from design through to delivery. It reflects our belief that the well-being of every employee, contractor, client, and stakeholder must always come first. Life Matters Most is more than a message, it’s a mindset. It drives a culture of shared vigilance, where everyone is empowered to identify risks, speak up, and act. With strong leadership, continuous engagement, and a zero-compromise approach to safety, we’re building safer data center environments for everyone, everywhere.
Strong and active leadership
Our Executive Committee demonstrates a visible and active commitment to health and safety, setting a strong example for all employees. We have established an effective “downward” communications system and management system, ensuring health and safety communications flow seamlessly from the top down. Moreover, we firmly believe in the integration of sound health and safety management with every facet of our business decisions. Our approach ensures the well-being of our employees and stakeholders is an integral part of our organisational culture, fostering a safe and secure workplace for all. Our leaders are central to embedding life matters most into the way we plan and deliver every project. Their ongoing support ensures our core value of protecting life is visible, actionable, and measurable across every part of the business.
Effective worker engagement
Together, we know that the active involvement of our employees and supply chain is essential in promoting and achieving safe and healthy working conditions. We recognise that the physical and mental well-being of employees is vital by ensuring that employees have access to suitable occupational health, safety, and well-being support. Our focus is on the provision of high-quality training that will define and develop the required competencies to ensure a safe work environment. Our team members and contractors undergo rigorous training to understand and mitigate potential risks associated with data center construction. We equip them with the crucial knowledge and skills to identify hazards, use safety equipment, and respond effectively to emergencies. This forms part of our Life Matters Most: Strive for health and safety approach, where everyone, from site workers to senior leaders, is encouraged to take ownership of safety and wellbeing. Through effective worker engagement, we promote a thriving work environment.
Assessment and review
At Equans Data Centers, we maintain a safe and secure workplace environment through a systematic approach, achieved by assessing and reviewing our health and safety arrangement and controls. This involves implementing the necessary policies and procedures in line with ISO 45001 management system that allow us to identify, manage and control health and safety risks in the workplace at all stages of construction. We also define key performance indicators for the business, ensuring they are incorporated into management reviews and decision-making processes. Additionally, we continuously evaluate the effectiveness and consistency of the management system through robust internal auditing, reviewing, and acting upon results. Our aim is to create a workplace where health, safety and wellbeing are never compromised. Through ongoing learning and continuous improvement, we ensure Life matters most: Strive for health and safety remains more than a statement, it becomes a daily standard.
Our health and safety key principles are not just policy – they are a fundamental value that guides our actions. By fostering a culture of safety, communication, and continuous improvement, we create an environment where everyone can thrive without compromising their well-being. Together, we build a safer and more secure future, because at Equans Data Centers, Life matters most.
Health & safety 12 golden rules
Equans Data Centers adopts the group Health and Safety 12 Golden Rules framework across all construction sites and offices. Underpinned by the framework, we are committed to keeping everyone, on every site, at every time, everywhere in the world – SAFE. Through all data center construction sites, the permanent objective is to reach - 0 Fatal or Serious accidents.
