We see that artificial intelligence technologies are rapidly becoming widespread today. There is no doubt that this technology will provide convenience in the field of workplace safety.
Artificial intelligence applications have a very wide range. We will focus on the detection of hazards in workplaces and its role in occupational safety analysis.
Hazards in workplaces vary according to the structure, size and location of the work. In this framework, workplaces are classified from the least hazard class to the most hazardous class. The hazards in the workplaces are risk assessed and reported by trained and experienced occupational safety experts and effective measures are taken accordingly.
The adequacy of the measures taken in workplaces must be approved by occupational safety experts. In addition, the activities of individuals in working environments are monitored periodically to assess the adequacy of the measures taken and opportunities for improvement.
Of course, taking measures and monitoring them is not enough for risk management. In addition, it is extremely important that employees, managers and other individuals in workplaces undergo training processes. Effective trainings always raise awareness and contribute significantly to risk reduction.
One of the biggest causes of occupational accidents in the world is due to carelessness and lack of precautions. Workplaces are formed by the combination of complex business processes operating 24/7. Although monitoring, audible and visual warnings are provided to warn of danger situations, it is sometimes seen that it is not enough.
In hazard analysis, if there is a human factor in the process, the probability of an accident is always rated high. Because human beings are exposed to many negative external factors both in the work environment and outside the work environment. It is not possible to control human physiology and biology, situations such as blackouts, dizziness, forgetfulness or hearing loss can trigger the occurrence of an accident. In this case, the measures taken may be insufficient.
Experts have developed a wide range of protective equipment against such situations. Some of this equipment is worn on the human body and some of it is mounted on moving and stationary equipment and machines in the working environment to minimize the risk of accidents. Such studies are still continuing today and new protective equipment is being developed.
Artificial intelligence technology has a structure that imitates human intelligence. The difference from other technologies is that it can learn and teach. All that needs to be done for this is to bring enough data together with artificial intelligence.
For example, when image data from cameras in workplaces is passed through an artificial intelligence, it can show us the presence of danger and the possibility of its occurrence in the future. For example, if we teach artificial intelligence the rule that it is forbidden to walk around without wearing protective equipment such as helmets, vests, masks, etc. in the working environment, then artificial intelligence will evaluate this rule in the images from the camera and report when it detects a violation of the rule.
Again, by combining machine learning (IoT) technologies, machines and equipment can be directed to reduce the risks detected by artificial intelligence. Thus, it will be possible to intervene in accidents that may occur due to human factors or lack of precautions with a proactive approach.
Since AI-supported occupational safety management also enables the analysis of many complex data in the processes very quickly, this data enables the pre-evaluation of many foreseen or unforeseen risks that may arise in the future.
For example, it is possible to identify risk factors at very early stages, such as determining the most risky movements with the data to be obtained by continuously monitoring the daily working tempo of employees who move contrary to ergonomics and identifying the employees who repeat these movements most frequently. As a result, it will be possible to prevent possible occupational diseases on employees in the future.
Technology is not only advancing rapidly but also evolving into a completely different dimension. It is inevitable that companies that take advantage of this will benefit. Artificial intelligence technology is full of surprises, we will soon see and experience what we will encounter together. The important thing here is not to be a bystander to all these developments…
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