FCSA NEWS BULLETIN
Modern slavery
Modern slavery and human trafficking occur worldwide. It involves recruiting or moving people through threats, force, coercion, abduction, fraud, or abuse to exploit them.
Our commitment
FCSA is committed to human rights, guided by our core value of Integrity and respect for every person’s dignity. We do not tolerate child labor, forced labor, human trafficking, or procuring services for commercial advantage anywhere in our supply chain.
Why this matters in construction
Construction supply chains are complex and often rely on outsourced labor, which can increase exploitation risks—especially for migrant workers and indigenous peoples.
FCSA and its member companies may be liable for third-party actions, so partners and subcontractors must meet our worker-welfare standards. We must complete robust third-party due diligence.
Warning signs
Possible indicators of modern slavery include:
- Vulnerable working conditions
- Long hours with no breaks
- Irregular or withhold pay
- No regular days off
- Fearful of law enforcement or authority figures
- Poor living/working conditions and reluctant to discuss them
- Poor health or restricted access to care
- Appears fearful, depressed, submissive, or tense
- Avoids eye contact
- Shows signs of malnutrition or abuse
- Cannot access medical care
- Confusion or inconsistent information
- Inconsistent details about their background
- Appears isolated or overwhelmed
- Constraint or control by others
- Restricted movement or cannot speak freely
- No control of money or ID documents
- Cannot contact family or friends
We are committed to protecting the health, safety, welfare, security, and dignity of everyone on the Cernavoda project, including contractors and suppliers.
Stay vigilant, prioritize supplier due diligence, and seek guidance if something seems wrong.
Reporting concerns
Speak-Up and report worker-welfare concerns immediately to your manager, your compliance department, or your company’s hotline.