Strategic Focus: 5 Powerful EHS Technologies For Construction

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Executive Summary

Construction sites are ever-changing environments, where workers must engage with heavy equipment, often in harsh conditions. This creates several risks, which, if they are not captured early enough, can cause an incident, leading to a serious injury – or worse, fatality. As digital tools become increasingly popular, construction firms have started to leverage their capabilities to help keep their workers safe. These tools can predict where future incidents might occur and provide pathways for workers to connect with senior staff when they are in danger. This report highlights five key EHS technologies that can help firms maintain safety on construction sites.  
Construction is riddled with risks that could cause serious injuries
Dangerous environments and excessive pollution are among the major construction risks
Analytical tools facilitate real-time monitoring to help mitigate risks
Figure 1. Risks within the construction industry
Figure 2. Four significant EHS technology categories for construction firms

About the Authors

Zain Idris

Zain Idris

Industry Analyst

Zain is an Industry Analyst specializing in EHS digital strategy and corporate spending trends. His research examines how firms are positioning their EHS budgets, considering …

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Bill Pennington

Bill Pennington

VP Research

Bill is VP Research at Verdantix, where he leads analysis on the evolving and interconnected landscapes of EHS, quality, AI and enterprise risk management. His research helps …

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