《1st OSH Innovation & Technology Award》Topics

Project Scope and Suggested Topic

Participants can submit projects or ideas to demonstrate the application of innovation and information technology in improving the safety and health of the working environment, including but not limited to occupational safety and health management measures, publicity and promotion, education and training, etc.

Participants can apply different innovative technologies such as Big Data, Internet of Things, Cloud Computing Robotic Technology, Virtual/ Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence in their entries.

Suggested Topics for Innovation & Technology Projects/ Ideas

Using technologies such as ultrasound sensing and the Internet of Things (IoT) to continuously monitor the metal structure conditions of heavy construction machinery on the construction site (such as cranes) and lifting gears (such as cables and wires) to prevent metal fatigue.
Developing effective safety devices/equipment to prevent falls from height when working above ground, such as sensors to ensure the working platform and guardrails at floor edge are properly installed, holes are sealed, and the safety harness is correctly connected to a suitable anchorage point. This could also include safety devices on monitoring the stability of temporary works.
Developing safety equipment that can help improving the stability of suspended working platform operation, such as devices used to check the safety of the I-beam pulley structure, or alarm system that prevent excessive tilting or overloading.
Developing Internet of Things (IoT) or wireless radio frequency identification (RFID) technology etc. to ensure that confined spaces are accessed only by authorized personnel, or for the design and invention of any technology that uses drones for surveying and cleaning confined spaces.
Developing innovative solutions to reduce slips and falls in the workplace, such as using fall sensors connected to the Internet of Things (IoT) technology.
Developing devices or equipment to improve the safety of road cleaning/construction works, such as real-time road surface monitoring system or a mechanical device for automatically placing temporary barriers (e.g. traffic cone).
Developing devices or equipment to prevent compressed gas explosions, such as pressure sensors connected to the Internet of Things (IoT) technology.
Developing effective devices or equipment to prevent workers from contacting with dangerous parts of machines, such as laser curtain or infrared sensors, etc. connected to the Internet of Things (IoT) technology.
Using artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) technology, together with the digitized management platform and smart wearables, to continuously monitor the safety of hazardous zones, such as lifting operation areas, excavation areas, and floor holes, etc.

Developing portable instruments to analyze and calculate heat stress indices in real-time, or using smart wearables to continuously monitor workers' health indicators, such as body temperature and heart rate, etc. to prevent heat stroke in hot working environments.
Developing robots or mechanical exoskeletons to reduce the need for manual lifting, or using artificial intelligence systems including AI cameras and smart wearables to continuously monitor the correct posture of employees on manual handling.
Establishing the cloud-based network system that connects computer and mobile applications to improve workplace chemical safety management, such as the hazardous substances classification and labelling management system.
Combining virtual reality/augmented reality technology to improve the mental health of employees through mindful cognitive practices, or developing innovative solutions to detect and reduce work stress and fatigue.
Using AI object detection, object tracking, and human posture analysis technology to connect with mobile applications, to remind and encourage employees to "move more" and engage in physical activity.
Using big data analysis to improve the dietary habits of employees, or utilizing artificial intelligence systems and AI cameras to analyze the nutrition labels of food in real-time, to encourage employees to adopt healthy diet.
Using gas testing instruments and Internet of Things (IoT) technology to continuously monitor the air quality and chemical exposure in the workplace, to ensure the air quality and chemical exposure in the work environment do not exceed the "Occupational Exposure Limits"
Using pressure sensors and components, along with artificial intelligence systems and AI cameras, to analyze and continuously monitor the safe use of display screen equipment by employees.
Using sustainable and harmless materials for disinfection or sterilization purposes to prevent biological hazards, such as biodegradable nano silver antibacterial coatings, etc.