Allegations of using drones for unfair advantage during the Tokyo 2020 Games raise serious ethical concerns and underscore the need for responsible technology use in the Olympics.
Manufacturing and maintenance industries have long grappled with the challenge of assuring worker safety amidst the complexities of operating heavy machinery and intricate equipment.
The company’s new Immersive Equipment Views, an iPad-exclusive iOS application, mixes real-life environments with digital features and content for meaningful and useful training outside a classroom.
This article will delve into the intersection of PPE and next-gen technologies such as wearable tech with sensors, smart fabric, and augmented reality safety goggles, laying the groundwork for superior plant safety.
Augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR), also known as immersive mixed reality, have been making great headlines for video gamers. But the technology is also making significant strides in helping businesses in many industries handle critical tasks, like employee training.
Construction work remains one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States in 2022. The private sector is hard at work addressing these various dangers in new and exciting ways, most of which incorporate smart technology, with advanced engineering and tried and true solutions from the past.
Eliminating inefficient and costly processes in lieu of new digital tools is one way safety professionals can strengthen their company’s safety culture.
Regular plant maintenance is essential, but shutdown turnarounds tend to be complicated and expensive. According to the TA Cook industry research organization, 82% percent of turnarounds do not satisfy performance expectations — about half experience delays, and 80% go over budget.
How do employers monitor the health and safety of personnel without encroaching on their privacy and productivity? What’s more, how do you ensure they’re wearing the proper protective gear at all times and also check that they’re utilizing safety protocols and utilities appropriately? The answer lies with wearable devices.