As younger, tech-savvy generations take hold of more safety and health positions (Gen X , Gen Y and Gen Z) it’s inevitable information consumption will increase for all digital products.
The hypergrowth in construction technology is being driven by the industry’s strong demand for infrastructure, a shortage of skilled jobsite labor and increased pressure for data transparency and integration.
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.
Company prioritizes ESG in workplace protection on new sustainability journey
November 9, 2023
PIP Global Safety, TrusTrace’s first customer specialized in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Workwear and Safety Footwear space, is taking a proactive approach to regulatory compliance by gathering granular traceability data on the cotton used in its products.
If your company will be at one or both of these events, let’s connect! Chief Editor Benita Mehta will be at A+A, and Editor-at-Large Dave Johnson will be at NSC.
The report evaluated findings from several academic databases, as well as two case studies, to specifically assess the use of worker monitoring technologies, ranging from fall detection devices and proximity sensors to mobile apps and panic alarms, in remote settings.
Data collected from safety devices not only highlight operational adjustments to help prevent any safety incidents, but they can also be used to increase the efficiency and overall performance of logistics operations.
With diverse work environments and an increasing focus on sustainability and safety, EHS managers are responsible for ensuring that workplaces not only comply with regulations but also remain safe and sustainable.
Investing in technology to reduce workplace musculoskeletal disorders, or MSDs, is demonstrated to improve both worker wellbeing and an organization’s bottom line, but initial research findings from the National Safety Council suggest employers may not have the access and knowledge they need to effectively assess and implement these risk-reducing technologies.