QTS has confirmed that a construction worker has passed away after being electrocuted at its Fayetteville, Georgia, data center.

The incident took place on June 28. In comments reported by Atlanta News First, a spokesperson for Fayette County Fire & Emergency Services said the “individual was on a scissor-lift in a closet area working on a light fixture where he apparently made contact with some energized wires.”

Paramedics reportedly managed to restore his pulse, but QTS has confirmed that the individual had passed away.

The QTS statement reads: “On Saturday, June 28, an incident occurred at the QTS Data Center campus in Fayetteville, Georgia. While performing work, an individual sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital.

"We are deeply saddened that the individual has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with their family, loved ones, and colleagues during this time. The safety and well-being of all personnel is our highest priority. An assessment is underway, and we are cooperating fully with the appropriate regulatory agencies, including OSHA.”

QTS, which was bought by private equity firm Blackstone in 2021, is in the process of constructing its Fayetteville data center, targeted for 2032. The company revealed plans for the 6.6 million sq ft (613,160 sqm) data center campus in Fayetteville in 2022. At full build-out it will have 16 buildings on the 615-acre site.

DCD's sympathies go out to the deceased's family, friends, and colleagues.