Safety and Wearable Technology: Impact, Applications and Implementation in Industry

Safety and Wearable Technology tackles the profound issue of workplace safety, as each day unacceptable numbers of workers lose their lives in accidents, with even more succumbing to work-related illnesses across the globe. Many safety professionals strive to reduce these risks, but they’re often hindered by limited resources, time, and information to catch hazards before tragedy strikes. With wearable technology now readily available, a new frontier has opened for workplace safety, offering powerful tools that can change how we protect workers.

In this book, three experts in wearable technology explore the critical role wearables play in enhancing workplace safety. They walk the reader through the traditional challenges of safety management, making a strong case for the adoption of wearable technology. The book covers every essential aspect of implementing wearables in the workplace; from selecting the right technology and understanding technical approaches to effective deployment and long-term safety management. It also addresses the leadership necessary to harness these advancements fully. Readers will gain insights into the innovations driving wearable technology, including sensors, machine learning, deep analytics, and artificial intelligence. As data-driven approaches redefine safety management, this book empowers safety professionals to gather actionable data, predict hazards, and intervene before incidents occur. This data-driven shift not only enhances safety but also redefines what the factory of the future can look like--a workplace where technology proactively protects workers.

Intended for professionals across the safety, operations, and engineering fields, Safety and Wearable Technology will appeal to Health and Safety Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Plant Managers, Industrial Hygienists, Risk Managers, and many others looking to understand and implement wearable technology in their safety protocols. This guide is an indispensable resource for those ready to envision and create safer, smarter, and more connected workplaces.

Gabriel Glynn is CEO and Co-Founder of MākuSafe and a serial entrepreneur. Gabriel’s startup journey began in 2007 and includes several technology and service-based companies. Gabriel’s leadership has been recognized in many ways including a Gubernatorial appointment to Iowa’s STEM Council in 2020, and one of the Top 10 Leaders in Insurtech by ACORD. In 2019, he was named one of 30 Innovators To Watch by Digital Insurance, and among the Top 25 Leaders Transforming Manufacturing by Smart Manufacturing Magazine in 2021. His work with MākuSafe has been featured in more than a hundred publications across the globe. Gabriel is a Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) and has a degree in Business Administration.

Mark Frederick is Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of MākuSafe. He has served as a cloud computing expert for one of the world’s largest technology companies, with over 25 years of deep technical experience. A Computer Science graduate of Northwestern College, Mark leads the design, development and delivery of MākuSafe’s high-tech stack of hardware, embedded systems and cloud software solutions. He also spent many years consulting as a technical lead, project manager and program manager on large strategic initiatives. Mark has extensive technical knowledge with years of practical experience in electronics, including embedded systems, sensor technology and Internet of Things (IoT), and is a Certified Occupational Safety Specialist.

Tom West is Vice President & Global Practice Leader at MākuSafe, a SHRM & HRCI Senior Certified HR Professional, and a Certified Occupational Safety Specialist. With extensive executive leadership experience throughout his career, Tom has led various companies in the learning & development, and technology spaces. He also served as a College Professor for nearly 30 years, shaping future leaders in management. A professional member of the National Speakers Association and Avetta Fellow, Tom is active in organizations such as AIHA, NSC, ASSP, and VPPPA, and presents regularly at conferences around the world.