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Utilizing computer vision, AI technology for visual jobsite tasks

BD+C

Utilizing computer vision, AI technology for visual jobsite tasks 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/01/2023 - 09:32 AEC Tech Burns & McDonnell breaks down three ways computer vision can effectively assist workers on the job site, from project progress to safety measures. nonfatal injuries or illnesses that required days off in 2020.

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Emerging considerations in inclusive design

BD+C

Accommodations may also serve the elderly, those with temporary injuries or medical conditions, young families, and culturally and linguistically diverse people. Visual Impairment There are also innovative ways to incorporate accommodations for the visually impaired.

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MSHA Proposes Rule to Prevent Crushing, Pinning Deaths & Injuries

Construction Equipment

The systems provide audible and visual warnings and automatically stop moving machines before miners get too close to the equipment. The proposed rule would better prevent miners from becoming stuck, pinned or crushed.

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Triax Releases Hard Hat Tags to Monitor Social Distancing and Contact Trace Amid COVID-19

Construction Junkie

If the TraceTag , as it’s called, senses workers within 6 feet of each other, it can react with a visual and audible alarm until corrected, if that optional feature is added. In order to collect the data of worker interactions, “Gateways” are placed at exits and other high traffic areas.

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Unlocking the Potential of AI and Chat GBT in Construction Management

Best Practices Construction Law

This can help in reducing the number of accidents and injuries that occur on construction sites. With VR and AR, construction workers can visualize the project in a 3D environment, making it easier to identify potential issues and make informed decisions.

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PPE Products for Increased Jobsite Safety

Pro Builder

PPE Products for Increased Jobsite Safety ldeakins Thu, 06/15/2023 - 13:14 Falls accounted for just over 35% of all workplace deaths within construction and extraction occupations in 2020, and during that same year, construction laborers saw their highest annual fatal injury count (308) in half a decade, according to the U.S.

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A simple way to do risk assessments

FDR Safety

Risk assessment from the perspective of the worker began with, “I’m your kid… What part of your job has the greatest risk of injury?” and typical of injuries borne out by the OSHA recordable cases where engineering safeguards do not apply. For example, one JSA had 11 total operator steps, with one being for clearing a jam.

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