Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

Our Commitment

At Swire Renewable Energy, health and safety is at the forefront of our organisation. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our highly skilled workforce, enabling them to operate to the most stringent safety and operational standards.

We prioritise the quality of our craftsmanship, operating procedures, and safety measures, and are committed to maintaining excellence in every project we undertake. The safety and wellbeing of our people, as well as those around us, remain our highest priority.

Safety Culture

icon Our leadership promotes an inclusive safety culture aligned with our core values: integrity, humility, endeavour, excellence, and continuity.

icon We prioritise the health, safety, and wellbeing of employees, customers, and partners.

icon Our “Act On What We See” approach focuses on injury and incident prevention, aiming for zero harm.

icon Everyone has the authority to stop work if they observe potential harm to people or the environment.

icon We cultivate an engaged workforce actively contributing to our evolving HSEQ culture.

icon We ensure a healthy working environment that supports wellbeing.

Our Safety Non-Negotiables

Safety Observations

All staff must stay vigilant and proactively identify safety hazards and improvements. Each person is required to produce a minimum of two safety observations per month, and senior staff must regularly perform on-site safety walks and audits.

Incident Reporting

Encourage employees to report all accidents, near-misses, and safety concerns without fear of reprisal. Thoroughly investigate the root cause to foster a culture of continual improvement.

Safety Training

Equip personnel with the necessary skills and training to work safely. Each recruit should receive a detailed safety induction from an HSE professional.

Emergency Response

Ensure plans are in place to effectively respond to an emergency or crisis. Conduct regular emergency drills to assess the preparedness of team members and identify areas for improvement.

Risk Management

Ensure thorough risk assessments are conducted for all activities to identify potential hazards and implement effective risk mitigation measures.

Safety Equipment

Ensure safety equipment is always inspected, maintained, and replaced when necessary. Pay extra attention to the compliance of specialised equipment used in electrical work, working at heights, or in confined spaces.

Stop Work Authority

Everyone has the authority to STOP work when they believe it is unsafe.

HSE performance recognised by our clients

Our dedication to maintaining the highest standards in Health and Safety is often acknowledged by our clients. This recognition reflects the proactive efforts, leadership, and safety awareness demonstrated by our team across various projects. Key examples of this recognition include:

Baltic Eagle Project: our technicians were commended for their proactive safety approach and leadership.

SGRE Projects: HSE Safety Award for advocating mental health awareness and introducing a reporting system now used across multiple SGRE projects.

Yunlin Pre-Assembly, Taiwan: Our team was recognised for their consistent focus on safety.

Macintyre Wind Farm, Australia: our technicians were acknowledged for their outstanding dedication to safety.

                            
                            We prioritise fostering a safe and supportive working environment that promotes health and wellbeing, as our people are our greatest asset.
                        

General Standards of Workmanship

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

All projects are carried out in line with national legislation, customer requirements, OEM specifications, and Swire Renewable Energy's Integrated Management System (IMS).

Commitment to Quality Standards

Swire Renewable Energy ensures adherence to ISO 9001 standards and holds electrical authorisations across its main markets. Procedures, checklists, and instructions are in place to support compliance.

Effective Quality Policy

Our overall quality policy is focused on implementing and maintaining quality practices that deliver mutual benefits.

Trained and Certified Personnel

All staff are trained, qualified, and certified to ensure high-quality performance in every task.

Turbine Safety Rules

Enabling SRE to deliver more - the benefits to clients

Full accountability

Swire takes full responsibility for ensuring safety within turbine operations. From site audits to implementing robust safety protocols, we ensure compliance with local and international standards to safeguard personnel and assets.

Pre-approval by customers

Customers are invited to review and approve Swire's safety procedures, fostering trust and enabling long-term partnerships through transparency and consistency.

Comprehensive safety management system

A documented framework defines all critical safety aspects, including fall protection, emergency response, and electrical safety. We ensure all procedures align with industry best practices, covering turbine access, confined space entry, and working at heights.

Permit to work system

Strict adherence to a permit system ensures all turbine-related tasks are carried out under controlled and safe conditions. Permits outline task-specific risks, required safety measures, and qualifications necessary for personnel involved.

Qualified and trained personnel

All technicians undergo rigorous training in turbine safety protocols, including emergency response, hazard identification, and advanced equipment handling. Competence is assessed and tracked through regular evaluations to maintain high safety standards.

Contact for more information

Andy Moig

HSE, Sustainability and Risk Director

andy.moig@swire-re.com

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