Cloud Based Workplace Safety Inspection for Food Industry

Abstract

Abstract: The proposed conceptual framework for the design and use of a cloud based audiovisual recording and surveillance system for safety in the workplace. a video surveillance system has been put in place. The aim is to gain some insights into the benefits as well as the drawbacks connected to the use of video technology as a means to improve safety management in manufacturing companies. Demonstrate the effectiveness of video technology at supporting the identification of the risks connected to unsafe behaviours of the workforce and critical conditions of the working environment. Video surveillance provides several benefits as opposed to in person observations, such as non-biased and accurate accident data; in-depth analysis; observations possible not in real-time; observer not exposed to risks; undisturbed work activity; possibility of longer observation periods. The recorded videos can facilitate the identification of safe practices and the best risk management approaches as well as be used to improve training sessions. The accident frequency rate is higher in the food industry than other manufacturing industry. Hence, there is a need to implement further actions to prevent occupational accidents and improve health and safety at work in the food industry. To guide these actions, up-to-date information on accidents at work is needed. This study descriptively analyzed the circumstances, causes, and consequences of accidents at work in the food industry. The data were retrieved from the accident database. The results reveal that most of the injuries were minor, such as wounds and superficial injuries, resulting in 3 days of incapacity for work. The most accident-prone activities were handling objects, movement, and carrying loads by hand. Hands were the most exposed body parts. The most common causes of injury were related to movement and slipping, stumbling, and falling. Focusing on these factors to may support the food industry in preventing and reducing the number of accidents at work.