Computer Vision is a field of AI that helps computers and systems see, analyze, and understand digital images and videos. It allows computers to identify visual information, take action, and make recommendations based on the data they receive.
Safety applications of computer vision
Computer Vision is rapidly gaining traction across many industries. Companies can now adopt this technology through flexible and cost-effective solutions to improve workplace safety. Key safety applications include:
- Monitoring PPE compliance: Computer vision models can instantly detect when personnel fail to wear required PPE, such as safety vests, hard hats, gloves, goggles, face shields, masks, harnesses, and more. These systems can also identify improperly worn PPE to help ensure workers use their protective equipment correctly at all times.
- Monitoring smoke and helps to prevent fires: Computer vision models and thermal cameras can help prevent onsite fires by detecting smoke, overheating, and leaks. This allows oil and gas companies to extinguish fires while they are still small before they get out of control.
- Improves accident investigations: Recorded visual information helps firms achieve more accurate and timely accident investigations and reports. The information also helps firms keep a detailed record of what happened, defend against inaccurate citations, and minimize operational downtime following an incident.
- Fall detection: Computer vision can recognize a fall and instantly alert managers and rescue personnel to help the worker.
Where can it be used?
Computer Vision can improve worker safety and productivity across many industries. Common applications include oil and gas, retail, healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and industrial automation.
