Work safety and health – the business analytics usage in Industry 4.0 conditions

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this publication is to present the applications of usage of business analytics in work safety and health. Design/methodology/approach: Critical literature analysis. Analysis of international literature from main databases and polish literature and legal acts connecting with researched topic. Findings: In the era of Industry 4.0, characterized by automation and smart technologies, the preservation of workforce health and well-being takes center stage. This paper explores the transformative integration of business analytics into work safety and health practices, signaling a paradigm shift in monitoring, managing, and elevating occupational safety standards. The publication underscores the proactive role of business analytics, especially through wearable device-driven physiological monitoring, in safeguarding worker health without compromising productivity. By aligning seamlessly with regulatory compliance, business analytics becomes a linchpin in mitigating legal and financial risks associated with workplace incidents. The synergy between work safety, health, and business analytics presents a transformative approach, empowering organizations to proactively address safety concerns and cultivate safer work environments. While delving into the software applications, the paper highlights the versatility of analytics in predicting incidents, monitoring compliance, and optimizing workloads. Challenges such as data quality, privacy concerns, and integration issues are acknowledged, yet the multitude of advantages showcased, including incident prevention, data-driven decision-making, and cost savings, affirm the transformative potential of business analytics in shaping a safer, more efficient, and healthier future workplace. Originality/value: Detailed analysis of business analytics in work and safety area. Keywords: business analytics, Industry 4.0, digitalization, artificial intelligence, real-time monitoring; work safety and health. Category of the paper: literature review.