Here are a few strategies that may be helpful in convincing a CFO to prioritize workplace safety. It may not be clear at first why improving sa[...]
Read moreWorkplace safety is a crucial concern for businesses across all industries, and many organizations are investing in safety programs and technologies t[...]
Read moreArtificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live and work, and the field of workplace safety is no exception. AI-powered risk reduction pr[...]
Read moreWorkplace accidents are a serious concern for businesses and employees alike. Despite the best efforts of employers and workers, accidents can still o[...]
Read moreBending and lifting heavy objects often is not seen as a concern, but the reality is that the probability of injury increases with each repetition of [...]
Read moreWorkers lifting objects overhead is a common task in many industries. Although it may seem harmless, it can lead to repetitive stress injury over time[...]
Read moreWorkflow improvements led to 95% reductions in lifting exposure. Interventions: Ergonomics trainings and new material transport systems [...]
Read moreQuantifying the risks and productivity gains associated with safety improvements can be an effective way to get those improvements funded. By demonstr[...]
Read morePredictive models can bridge the gap between safety data and financial metrics by using data on past accidents and injuries to predict the likelihood [...]
Read moreWorkers’ compensation insurance is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their wo[...]
Read moreSafety controls, such as protective equipment or safety procedures, are sometimes perceived as lowering productivity because they may require additional time or effort to implement. For example, an employee may need to take additional time to put on protective equipment before starting a task, or may need to follow a specific safety procedure that requires […]
Read moreThere are a number of measures that can be taken prevent struck-by injuries involving forklifts, some of which can be managed by computer vision and data science provided by CompScience: Proper training: Ensuring that forklift operators are properly trained and certified can help reduce the risk of struck-by injuries. This includes training on the proper […]
Read moreProductivity and safety are often seen as conflicting priorities, with some people believing that increasing safety measures may decrease productivity. However, it is important to recognize that productivity and safety can, and should, go hand in hand. Implementing safety measures can actually improve productivity in the long run. This is because reducing accidents and injuries […]
Read moreData science can be used to analyze data on workplace accidents and injuries in order to identify trends and patterns, and to identify areas for improvement. Some specific ways in which data science can be used to reduce workplace accidents include: Identifying high-risk areas: Data science can be used to identify high-risk areas within […]
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