There are safety risks associated with all types of construction work, which is why Australia has such strict standards when it comes to worker safety. Everybody has a right to go home safely from their job, and nobody wants to see injuries on a worksite. As safety regulations continue to tighten, it’s paramount that construction companies invest in quality technology to support site safety.
One of the most innovative products on the market today is Safety Shield, a powerful AI-driven human detection system. This cutting-edge collision avoidance technology helps to improve site safety levels in any construction environment. In this article, we’ll explore Safety Shield in more detail and find out the range of benefits for the Australian construction industry.
What is Safety Shield?
Safety Shield is an advanced AI-driven human collision avoidance system designed to significantly improve safety standards on construction sites. This innovative product has been called a game-changer for the construction industry, offering new levels of protection for workers, bystanders and everybody near a construction site.
Safety Shield uses AI and advanced technology to detect potential human collisions in the nearby area. With real-time alerts, it helps to prevent accidents, damage and injuries across all types of construction sites. It can be installed on all construction machinery and is highly customisable to suit site-specific needs. For preventing collision with humans before they occur, Safety Shield is the ultimate solution.
Improving site safety standards
Safety Shield’s main goal is to improve safety standards at all construction sites. The construction industry comes with significant risks, especially when heavy machinery is involved. With durable cameras and advanced AI technology, Safety Shield notifies operators of potential collisions with a human within pre-programmed detection zones. The system’s capabilities go far beyond an operator’s normal line of sight, meaning more humans around machines can be detected than ever before.
Improving and maintaining the highest site safety standards is crucial for construction companies. It’s the best way to avoid equipment damage, worker injuries or fatalities and the financial implications of both.
Configurations for all construction machinery
One of the huge benefits of Safety Shield is its versatility. The system can be fitted to all types of construction machinery, such as excavators, loaders, cranes, graders or smaller vehicles. Best of all it can be configured to suit any machinery in any environment. Safety Shield offers enhanced human collision detection regardless of the scale or complexity of the site. With cameras and sensors fitted strategically to the machine, operators can adapt the system’s detection zones to suit even the most difficult sites.
Customised detection zones
As we touched on, a key feature of the Safety Shield system is the ability to customise your detection zones. This is crucial because different types of machinery have varying operating zones or areas that must be monitored for hazards. As such, Safety Shield lets plant managers set their own detection zones and sensitivity levels depending on the environment they’re working in and the type of machinery they’re using.
Configuring the right zones for each application ensures that all hazards and humans in the area are detected and operators are alerted in real-time.
The highest quality materials for durability
Australian construction environments are harsh. Our climate can throw everything at a construction project, including rain, wind, dust and extreme heat. That’s why any tools and equipment you use need to be durable. Safety Shield uses high-quality, tried and tested materials that stand up to tough conditions.
All of Safety Shield’s components, including HD cameras, the operator interface and the core AI unit are automotive grade, meaning they’ll stand up to even the harshest environments. Plus, if you ever have issues with your Safety Shield gear, Earthmoving Technology Solutions is here for advice and after-sales support.
Exceptional data reporting
While Safety Shield’s key feature is arguably the real-time alerts preventing collisions, its data reporting capabilities are impressive, too. Using the brand’s Safety Shield Vue cloud portal, site managers can access a range of insights that can help them improve safety.
Whether it’s identifying trends using heat mapping or monitoring individual operator alerts, managers get important information at the click of a button. There’s also live video streaming from all cameras. This allows construction companies to make informed decisions regarding site safety and even identify training and development needs among operators, contributing to a safer construction industry on the whole.
Want to know more about Safety Shield?
Safety is a huge issue for the construction industry, and Safety Shield is one of the most innovative products available to improve your safety standards. With advanced AI-driven collision detection, real-time alerts and a host of reporting features, Safety Shield is your first choice in detection software for the construction industry. Best of all, it’s suited to all types of construction machinery. If you’d like to know more about Safety Shield and how it can benefit your business, contact the team at Earthmoving Technology Systems today.