At Brookfield India REIT, our employees’, occupiers’ and partners’ health, safety and well-being are paramount. We persistently uphold stringent safety protocols by executing a range of programs, initiatives, educational activities and awareness drives. Our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Policy is committed to continuous improvement, emphasizing the establishment of measurable goals, strict adherence to legal standards, employee empowerment, proactive risk identification, stakeholder engagement and robust communication. By integrating these efforts, we create a culture where safety and well-being are deeply ingrained and prioritized in the organization.
Our safety practices start right at the entrance of our campuses, with security checks and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) followed and extended to our organization’s culture. Our comprehensive occupational health, safety and well-being policy lays out the guiding principles for us to operate with utmost safety and care while continuously engaging with our stakeholders. Key elements of our safety management include a robust safety risk management framework, ongoing safety training programs and effective incident management strategies.
Incident identification and reporting
Incident investigation
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
Hazard mitigation
Corrective actions
We employ a detailed and systematic strategy to manage safety hazards in our properties and facilities. This procedure includes recognizing incidents, conducting investigations, identifying hazards, evaluating risks and applying remedial measures. Our forward-thinking risk reduction framework ensures the protection of our employees, occupiers and visitors, thereby nurturing a work environment that emphasizes safety, enhances productivity and ensures a secure atmosphere.
Furthermore, we conduct internal and external safety audits, which help us identify any possible improvements in our safety management system. We provide safety guidelines and conduct Toolbox Talks (TBTs) with our employees, vendors and suppliers to standardize safety practices for all.
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Brookfield India REIT’s safety practices also encompass its suppliers. We follow strategic intervention approaches throughout the different stages of our supply chain to instill safety best practices.
We ensure supply chain safety in pre-contractual stages by mandating safety certifications, scrutinizing past performance, fostering transparent communication and embedding strict safety obligations in contractual agreements.
We prioritize safety by utilizing materials and equipment that meet rigorous safety standards, enforcing proper labeling and clear instructions, providing comprehensive training and education and facilitating the continuous exchange of data and best practices to enhance workplace safety.
We provide our suppliers continuous improvement support for safety through knowledge sharing, facilitating adapting to changing regulations and constant feedback mechanisms.
In April 2023, we celebrated National Fire Service Week with great zeal across our campuses to propagate fire safety awareness and measures. We conducted awareness drives, competitions and activities during the fire safety week, such as safety quizzes, fire-safety training, mock drills and inspections.
We inaugurated Fire Safety Studios in our Downtown Powai and Candor TechSpace, Newtown, Kolkata campus in April 2023 to celebrate National Fire Safety Week.
We celebrated Road Safety Week across India by conducting awareness campaigns near the campuses.
Through our safety training conducted around the year, we achieved 1,12,992 hours of safety training through 3,562 training sessions. The topics covered for these trainings include fire safety, workplace safety, OHS management, first-aid training, etc.
In 2023, five of our assets were awarded 5-star rating and the prestigious Sword of Honour by British Safety Council for meritorious safety performance.
In FY 2023-24, our properties were honored with prestigious Safety Awards from the National Safety Council of India.
In the realm of health and well-being, Brookfield India REIT has taken significant strides to ensure the optimal health of our people. Our campuses are designed to be inclusive and accessible, featuring braille signage, ramps, and elevator controls at accessible heights to ensure well-being for all. We prioritize indoor air quality, evidenced by real-time air quality dashboards that monitor our environments closely at our campuses. We have installed MERV 13+ electrostatic filters in each building and the lobby displays the real-time Air Quality Index (AQI).
Our commitment to physical wellness is reflected in the introduction of multi-sport arenas which encourages participation in various sports tournaments and leagues. Our Wellness Centers, operational 24/7 at strategic locations, provide immediate paramedical support, ambulances, and critical healthcare equipment like defibrillators. Regular Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training for our staff ensures swift response to any medical emergencies.
Our focus on holistic well-being encompasses productivity, mental health, and overall wellness. Recognizing the importance of financial health, we are preparing to host a session on financial well-being, underscoring our comprehensive approach to our team’s mental, physical, and financial health. Also, all our employees are covered under Employee Provident Fund (EPF) benefit.