How on-site clinics can help support the safety and healthcare needs of a booming tech industry
The rapid growth of data centers, semiconductor manufacturing and other industrial, tech-related infrastructure has been staggering in recent years. With this growth has come a surge in demand for skilled labor—and new and complex safety and employee healthcare challenges.
High-voltage environments, extreme heat exposure, repetitive strain, and mental health pressures are just a few of the risks faced by both the construction and facility employees in this industry.
Fortunately, there are specialized on-site occupational healthcare solutions designed to help keep costs low, boost productivity, and, most importantly, ensure employee well-being.
The challenges of data center and semiconductor facility construction
From generative AI to edge computing, increasingly cutting-edge tech is driving huge demand for data centers, chip manufacturing and more. And with the need for physical office space on the decline, experts predict that data center construction alone will make up 40% of office construction projects by 2028.
The safety risks present on data center and tech manufacturing construction sites are not unlike those of other sites. However, because of the large-scale and often long-term nature of these projects, comprehensive on-site care solutions are imperative. The right on-site provider can treat the full-spectrum of industrial healthcare needs, and those with experience on tech construction projects are prepared for some of the specific risks:
- Heat-related illness
Texas and Arizona have become new hubs of tech infrastructure. In these hot, sunny climates, construction workers face prolonged sun exposure and high ambient temperatures, increasing the risk of heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and dehydration. - High-voltage electrical work
Data centers require extensive electrical infrastructure, often operating at high voltages, putting orkers at risk for burns and electrocution. - Heavy machinery and equipment handling
Large-scale components like servers, HVAC systems and power equipment common in data centers and tech facilities require heavy lifting via cranes and forklifts. Improper handling increases the risk of crushing injuries, falls and muscle strains.
Health and safety for employees at tech manufacturing facilities and data centers
Once facilities are operational, the safety challenges shift—but on-site clinics can be equally vital to employee health and productivity. What’s more, these on-site clinics can help reduce the instance of worker’s comp claims. Choose an on-site clinic provider who is experienced in providing occupational and first aid care for common injuries and risks in the industrial tech space:
- Heat and noise exposure
Data centers generate large amounts of heat and noise from high-density servers and HVAC systems. Prolonged exposure can cause heat stress, dehydration and hearing damage. - Environmental hazards
Tech manufacturing and data centers often involve high-voltage equipment and chemicals that can pose unique environmental hazards—from burns and shocks to breathing issues. - Repetitive strain and ergonomic issues
Data center technicians often perform repetitive tasks such as replacing cables and other server-related equipment. Improper ergonomics can lead to chronic musculoskeletal pain and reduced performance. - Mental health and stress
Working in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment like a semiconductor plant or data center can cause mental stress and burnout. Employees working long shifts in isolated environments are particularly vulnerable.
How on-site clinics can help reduce the impact of health risks and injuries
On-site clinics can treat injuries when they happen on the construction or job site. But the right on-site industrial care provider can go a step further—keeping costs down, reducing the number of recordable injuries and even mitigating employee health risks (both physical and mental).
On Site Medical has a proven track record of on-site clinics that save millions for employers in tech-related construction and industrial tech facilities—while providing excellent care to keep employees safe and healthy.
It’s thanks to On Site Medical’s unique financial model. Unlike traditional healthcare providers that charge based on treatment volume, On Site Medical employs a fixed-cost approach tied to labor hours worked. This incentivizes open reporting and treatment of injuries while aligning with the financial interests of stakeholders. Our clinics have a proven track record of helping employers:
- Reduce OSHA recordables by managing injuries on-site
- Minimize downtime and absenteeism through quick access to care
- Improve employee retention and morale through proactive health and wellness support, prevetative care and safety training
- See the data behind their on site clinic efforts—to prove ROI, improve site safety and optimize overall business operations
As billions pour into tech infrastructure and related support, companies need to find ways to keep employees safe and healthy while controlling costs. On Site Medical’s clinics offer a proven solution—providing immediate access to care, expert injury management, and comprehensive health services.