August 2024

This month’s newsletter is packed with insights to keep you at the forefront of workplace safety innovation. Dive into the latest report on the adoption of safety technologies among frontline workers, and explore the global impact of the newly enacted EU AI Act on safety regulations. Plus, don’t miss our exciting updates — including our recognition as one of the most promising startups of 2024 by Business Insider , and our continued partnership with Google Cloud . As always, we’re committed to helping you create safer workplaces worldwide!

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Are frontline workers open to new safety technologies? A recent report from the National Safety Council (NSC)’s Work to Zero initiative reveals that more than 4 out of 5 workers are willing to embrace new safety technologies. The study, which surveyed 1,000 workers and 500 employers, found strong support for innovative safety measures, particularly among those concerned with fatigue, heavy equipment operation, and other common workplace hazards. Risk management software, proximity sensors, and robotics are among the technologies seeing the most interest from employers. To learn more, read the full article here.

EU AI Act takes effect, paving the way for global AI regulation. The European Union’s landmark Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act officially came into force on August 1, 2024, marking a milestone in the global landscape of AI regulation.?While the Act is now a law across all 27 EU member states, most of its provisions won’t take immediate effect. Instead, a phased implementation timeline has been set, with key provisions, such as the ban on “unacceptable risk” AI practices, starting in February 2025. The Act also introduces new regulations for general-purpose AI models, which will need to comply with transparency, security, and risk mitigation standards by August 2025. Explore the implications for EHS and Intenseye’s perspective by reading insights on our blog here.

Can a positive workplace safety culture reduce injury costs and lost workdays? A recent study from the 澳大利亚南澳大学 suggests that it can. Employers with strong psychosocial safety climates — characterized by safe working conditions, supportive relationships, and low stress — experience significantly fewer lost workdays and lower injury costs. Analyzing workers’ compensation data from 100 employers and nearly 13,000 claims, the study found that organizations with a high psychosocial safety climate (PSC) had an average of 68 days lost per injury, compared to 177 days for those with very low PSC. Additionally, injury costs were more than double in low-PSC organizations. “These findings provide more evidence that ‘healthy’ workplaces matter,” study co-author Maureen Dollard, a professor at the university, said in the release. For more detailed information, read the full study published in Safety Science.

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Harnessing?AI?for?effective?EHS?inspections

Our latest blog explores how AI is transforming EHS inspections, addressing the shortcomings of traditional methods that often miss hazards and delay responses. Discover how Intenseye provides 24/7 analysis, real-time notifications, and seamless data access, helping you reduce paperwork, eliminate clerical errors, and ensure precise location documentation for compliance. Learn more about streamlining your safety management processes in our insightful blog here.

Elevating safety standards at Amazon with AI-powered insights

In our Q&A with Allan Parsells , Site Lead for Workplace Health and Safety at Amazon, he discusses his commitment to zero injuries and how Intenseye’s AI technology has significantly enhanced his team’s ability to identify and mitigate safety risks. By integrating with Amazon’s existing CCTV system, Intenseye provides real-time alerts, helping prevent injuries and fostering a more proactive safety culture. The system’s ethical AI usage and detailed analytics are also highlighted as key factors in driving positive business impact. Explore the full insights here.

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Celebrating our partnership with?Google?Cloud

We’re excited to share a significant milestone in our collaboration with?Google Cloud — a dynamic new video that delves into our mission to transform workplace safety with AI. This engaging production outlines the impactful benefits and successes of our platform. Discover the video on our?YouTube channel.

Intenseye named one of the 85 most promising startups of 2024 by Business Insider

We are excited to share that Intenseye has been recognized as one of the 85 most promising startups of 2024 by Business Insider , according to top VCs. A special thanks to Alex Kayyal of Lightspeed for his belief in our mission! This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our incredible team and the trust of our valued partners. Read more here.

Insights from Coats’ Health and Safety Director

In a powerful testimonial, P?nar ??rpan Aras , Group Health and Safety Director at Coats, shares how AI is transforming the company’s approach to safety management. She also details how Intenseye’s new Leading Indicators module and Safety Score metric are further enabling Coats to pinpoint critical areas and optimize safety performance enterprise-wide. If you're looking to enhance your global EHS management using leading indicators, check out our blog here.

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The journey ahead is promising, fueled by our dedication to leveraging technology to improve safety standards worldwide, the ongoing support and involvement of our community are essential. Together, we're shaping the future of workplace safety.