Safety and health at work: FAUN is committed to supporting its employees

By Schilling Communication - PR Agency Published on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 14:21 AM

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Summary for decision-makers

FAUN Environnement recently celebrated an international event dedicated to workplace safety, highlighting the commitment of its teams and employees to concrete prevention initiatives. With nearly 400 employees spread across two production sites in Guilherand-Granges and Lambesc, as well as nine Service Centers, the company emphasizes its commitment to promoting a collective safety culture. President Étienne Blaise stated that this day symbolizes the importance of individual and collective commitment to building sustainable safety, every day. FAUN stands out not only for its innovative equipment that reduces noise and pollutant emissions, but also for its healthy working conditions, thanks to facilities that limit exposure to nuisances.

To reinforce this safety culture, FAUN introduced trophies honoring centers with the longest periods without workplace accidents. Winners include FAUN Services Languedoc, Nord, and PACA, with impressive achievements of up to 3 accident-free days. Additionally, employees were recognized for their safety improvement suggestions, emphasizing that everyone can contribute to change. The day also featured the Kahoot app to reinforce safety knowledge through a participatory activity, affirming the collective dimension necessary to build a culture of prevention. A new logo was unveiled, symbolizing FAUN's enduring commitment to workplace safety.

Frequently Asked Questions for Decision Makers

What are FAUN's main goals in workplace safety?
FAUN aims to create a collective safety culture, with concrete initiatives to improve working conditions and prevent accidents.

How does FAUN reward safety initiatives?
FAUN awards trophies to centers with the best safety records, as well as to employees who suggest ideas for improvement, thus strengthening everyone's commitment.

What role does technology play at FAUN in improving safety?
FAUN uses innovative equipment and invests in facilities that promote a healthy and safe working environment while respecting environmental standards.

On April 28, FAUN, a leading player in the design of waste collection and urban cleanliness vehicles, took part in the World Day for Safety and Health at Work.

FAUN celebrates World Safety Day by honoring its exemplary teams

This international event offered the manufacturer the opportunity to highlight the FAUN teams who have distinguished themselves through their involvement in prevention, as well as the employees carrying out concrete initiatives to improve safety on a daily basis.

With nearly 400 employees spread across its two production units – in Guilherand-Granges (07), the company's historic headquarters, and in Lambesc (13) – as well as its 9 Service Centers across France, FAUN has reaffirmed its commitment to making safety a constant priority.Celebrating this day is a powerful way to remind people that workplace safety cannot be decreed, it is built collectively, every day, thanks to everyone's commitment.”, underlined Étienne Blaise, President of FAUN Environnement.

From the dumpster to the workshop, safety as a shared priority

FAUN is recognized for its innovative equipment, developed to generate less noise, minimize greenhouse gas emissions, and optimize efficiency, notably through high-compaction technologies, resulting in reduced collection times. These solutions are designed to meet environmental requirements while providing maximum comfort and safety for collection agents.

This attention to products also extends to the people who design, manufacture, and maintain them. True to its corporate social responsibility policy, FAUN strives to provide healthy and safe working conditions. At its production sites and Service Centers, facilities are designed to limit exposure to industrial nuisances, both for employees and local residents. Soundproofing, filtration of welding fumes and exhaust gases, recycling of oils and metal parts: these are all measures that reflect the desire to reconcile industrial performance and quality of life at work. This requirement is reflected in regular investments aimed at reducing arduousness, such as the robotization of the door assembly line or the automation of the paint booth.

Trophies to reward good practices

To ensure that April 28th remains a lasting memory within the company, FAUN launched a trophy ceremony to recognize exemplary safety services. Three centers were recognized for having recorded the longest periods without a workplace accident:

FAUN Services Languedoc – Gold Trophy - 3 days without an accident
FAUN Services Nord – Silver Trophy - 1 days without an accident
FAUN Services PACA – Bronze Trophy - 1 days without an accident

Three employees were also honored for their concrete and quickly implementable ideas. Their initiatives, based on their field experience, were recognized with the "Safety Improvement Proposal" Trophies, also awarded with gold, silver, and bronze distinctions. Security progresses thanks to those who experience it, observe it, and improve it every day. These proposals are proof that everyone can be an agent of change. ", underlined Étienne Blaise, President of FAUN Environnement.

A collective and participatory dynamic

The Kahoot app was used to facilitate the day, offering a participatory and fun activity that allowed everyone to test and strengthen their safety knowledge. A unifying moment, which once again illustrated the importance of the collective in building a shared culture of prevention.

A specific logo for World Day for Safety and Health at Work was also unveiled, symbolizing a long-term commitment and strengthening the shared identity around this initiative.