Case Studies
Protecting lone workers with app, cloud-based hub
Workers can sometimes be situated at remote locations, or unmanned sites, where they are out of contact with other workers or members of the public. [ + ]
Reducing lost time injuries through AI sensors
A retail warehouse operation in the UK, Wincanton, has identified musculoskeletal activity as the fourth highest hazard within its operation. [ + ]
Remote dozer solution promotes safety for Aussie mines
A remote dozing solution has been rolled out at the Cape Lambert Port facility north-east of Karratha to remove dozer operators from high-risk environments. [ + ]
Digitising crane safety compliance
Dropped loads are a common safety hazard associated with overhead cranes; however, using a checklist app can help with achieving safety compliance. [ + ]
Program provides mental health support for emergency service volunteers
An online program has been launched to teach mindfulness and a range of cognitive strategies to emergency services volunteers. [ + ]
Companies collaborate to boost mental health of male staff
A Hunter-based company has developed a program to improve the mental health and wellbeing of male workers through regular conversations and coaching. [ + ]
Tech to monitor drowsiness, enhance safety for mineworkers
Optalert has extended its partnership with Getac, choosing its ZX70 tablet to support real-time drowsiness monitoring for mining and transportation workers. [ + ]
Impacts of rising temperatures on outdoor worker safety
Research from Charles Sturt University has investigated how the changing climate is impacting people's ability to work outdoors. [ + ]
Online resources to support young worker safety
Employers and workers have been encouraged to access the Young Worker eToolkit released by SafeWork NSW, featuring information to support young worker safety. [ + ]
Embracing technology trends to enhance workplace health and safety
With COVID-19 restrictions easing, New Zealand businesses have been encouraged to implement software that will protect people, mitigate risk and meet WHS obligations. [ + ]
App enables workers to report safety issues anonymously
An app has made workplaces across New South Wales safer for all employees, by allowing workers to raise safety concerns anonymously with SafeWork NSW. [ + ]
Using AI to autonomously control a chemical plant
A recent field test has demonstrated that artificial intelligence can be safely used to control operations on a chemical plant for 35 days. [ + ]
Tensioning tech increases worker safety for power station
A Korean thermal power station has implemented tensioning technology onto its low-pressure steam turbine casings, to improve worker safety and reduce machine downtime. [ + ]
App promotes safety for women in transport and logistics industry
Women in the transport and logistics industry have access to 24/7 emergency support during breakdowns and crashes, following the development of an app by Wodonga TAFE. [ + ]
Using wearable sensors to enhance safety and reduce injury
A leading manufacturer implemented wearable sensors to assess the role of Moulding and gain objective data to reduce the risk of manual handling injuries. [ + ]
