Improving Worker Safety Through Industrial IoT

The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that the top three leading causes of work-related injuries in the U.S. are: overexertion; slips, trips and falls; and contact with objects and equipment. But what if these incidents could be prevented before they occur? Emerging technologies like computer vision, advanced sensors, augmented reality and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are creating new opportunities to do just that. Working together as a connected IIoT system, these solutions provide the visibility and intelligence to identify hazards, prevent injury and reduce overall risk -- empowering organizations to build a virtual safety net for their employees. Let's examine a few ways the industrial Internet of Things (IoT) is helping to keep workers safe.