software to optimize and share dispatch directions via mobile apps. While many tracking systems in vehi-


cles alert managers to safety events such as harsh braking or speeding, camera footage fills in the circumstances around those issues and allows safety personnel to collaborate with managers to correct and improve these conditions. An example:


A fleet manager notes that most harsh


ed, digital, and easy-to-use workflow that crosses the barriers between office, shop, and field, communication about issues with machinery, needed assets, and preventative maintenance are not illusions but facts. Collecting real-time use data from


machines and vehicles allows equipment managers to set preventative maintenance schedules based on actual mileage or hours of use rather than more nebulous time frames. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rec- ommends preventative maintenance as a key component in hazard prevention and control. A strong preventative main- tenance program ensures machinery and vehicles are in safe operable condition and avoids missing key equipment on job sites that could create safety hazards. Using digital workflows for inspec-


tions, maintenance requests, and work orders also ensures that everyone in the chain of command understands when safety issues have been spotted, alerts all key players when work orders are assigned and in progress, and mandates documentation through notes and im- ages of completed work. Automating notifications based on role, type of asset, or job site, also ensures that there are


no gaps in communication preventing required equipment from being replaced on projects.


Using AI Technology to Save Workers from Themselves IoT has wide-ranging benefits for safety, but sometimes it needs a little help. Tat’s where artificial intelligence (AI) can be a game changer.


AI is most commonly used in camera technology – dash cameras, site cameras, and even cargo cameras. Paired with IoT, AI-driven video can provide a complete picture that not only intervenes imme- diately when safety issues are detected but also allows safety managers to review issues and revise policies. When AI cameras are focused on in-


cab driver behavior, many of the safety issues caused by fatigue and distraction are mitigated. Safety managers can spe- cifically target their educational programs for the most common safety issues for their drivers. Tey can also use that foot- age to help fleet managers find solutions to previously unknown safety issues. For instance, if employees are frequently witnessed using their phones for delivery directions, a decision might be made to better utilize equipment management


braking events happen between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Te safety manager views dash camera footage during this time and sees that drivers are in heavier lunchtime traffic and are also often eating their lunches while driving. Together, the safety and fleet managers work to adjust schedules so that drivers are on the road during lighter traffic times and have sufficient time to eat when not driving.


Technology helps construction com- panies accomplish more, overcome labor shortages, save money, and improve productivity. Applied correctly, it can also make a monumental difference in safety compliance, improvement of training and safety programs, and mitigation of risk and liability for the company.


Elizabeth Torrez is the West Region Territory Manager for Tenna, with 18 years of experience in the construction industry, focused primarily on the


California market. She serves on the State Board of Directors for AGC of California, and is a member of UCON, NAWIC Los Angeles, and The Beavers Association.


References: • www.osha.gov/data/commonstats • https://amamdouhsaad.wixsite.com/ ibi-bim/post/the-history-of-bim


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www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/ OSHA3886.pdf


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