Industry: Telecommunications
Current Process
Before implementing AI, the company used manual methods to confirm workers were wearing proper safety gear. This process required supervisors to visually check that each worker was equipped with the required safety harnesses, jackets, helmets, and footwear before climbing towers.
Human error and oversight often resulted in missed safety compliance, putting workers at risk.
Challenges and Dangers
The current method relies heavily on manual checks and supervisor vigilance. However, there are instances where safety gear, such as harnesses or helmets, are not worn correctly or are missed entirely. When workers ascend the tower without proper safety equipment, it can result in several hazardous situations:
- Human Error: Manual checks were prone to mistakes, leading to potential safety violations.
- High-Risk Tasks: Workers performed tasks at dangerous heights, making any lapse in safety compliance critical.
- Operational Inefficiencies: Supervisors’ reliance on manual monitoring led to delays and inconsistent enforcement of safety protocols.
Proposed Solution
To address these challenges, the RedX AI Automation Platform was introduced, focusing on AI-driven safety monitoring. The solution deployed ground-based human tracing cameras to monitor workers’ compliance with safety gear requirements. The cameras automatically checked if workers wore safety harnesses, jackets, helmets, and appropriate footwear before climbing towers.
Implementation
1. Human Tracing Cameras: Ground-based cameras were placed to monitor workers preparing for tower tasks.
2. Harness and Safety Gear Detection: The cameras checked that workers wore harnesses, jackets, helmets, and shoes.
3. Automated Alerts: If a worker lacked any required gear, the system sent real-time alerts, allowing immediate corrective actions.
Effectiveness of the Solution
The implementation of the AI-driven human tracing system has significantly enhanced safety and operational efficiency in tower construction processes:
- Improved Safety: The automated system reduced reliance on manual checks, ensuring workers complied with safety standards.
- Operational Efficiency: AI-based monitoring allowed for quicker compliance checks, minimizing delays and streamlining operations.
- Enhanced Compliance: The company saw a reduction in safety incidents and non-compliance, improving the safety culture on-site.
The implementation of the RedX AI Automation Platform revolutionized safety monitoring at tower construction sites. The integration of AI-driven systems ensured consistent safety compliance, reduced errors, and improved overall site safety, setting a new standard in the telecommunications industry.
