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MākuSafe® Launches Scout™: A Revolutionary Step in Forklift Safety

In the realm of industrial safety, forklift and powered industrial vehicle (PIV) incidents have lingered as significant risk factors. Recognizing the need for enhanced safety measures, MākuSafe®, a prominent name in connected worker technology, has rolled out an innovative solution: MākuSafe Scout™. This groundbreaking tool is designed to leverage real-time data to identify high-risk interactions between pedestrians and forklifts, ultimately aiming to improve safety across industrial environments.

How Scout™ Enhances Forklift Operations

Implementing the Scout system enables operators to detect personnel wearing the MākuSafe Ally™ armband. This device is pivotal as it offers real-time indications of risk based on the density of pedestrians in the vicinity. Unlike conventional collision-avoidance systems that may utilize abrupt halts or alarms, Scout enhances operators' awareness without causing significant disruptions to operations.

One of the standout features of Scout™ is its capability to furnish organizations with comprehensive analytics. This information aids safety leaders in understanding where and when pedestrian interactions pose the greatest risks. The insights garnered empower companies to make informed decisions that can lead to proactive safety interventions.

Gabriel Glynn, the CEO of MākuSafe, highlighted the company's responsiveness to client demands, stating, "Our clients asked for better insights into forklift safety, and we delivered. MākuSafe Scout™ doesn't just warn operators—it gathers and analyzes safety data, helping companies identify risks, refine workflows, and make real, measurable improvements in workplace safety."

MākuSafe's commitment to safety has been validated through collaboration with some of the industry's most safety-conscious organizations. Pilot programs have yielded overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients noting crucial benefits such as:

• - A heightened understanding of pedestrian-forklift interactions and facility congestion.
• - The ability to identify high-risk areas and optimize facility layouts for better safety outcomes.
• - Real-time visibility into pedestrian proximity, all without intrusive alarms or forced operational pauses.

Testimony from a Regional Logistics EHS Manager underscores the value of the Scout system: "MākuSafe has delivered a very practical, easy, and useful solution in Scout. It has helped us reduce forklift-pedestrian interactions by more than 70%, without sacrificing productivity for drivers or pedestrians. We have been able to use actionable insights delivered by Scout to re-engineer work processes and eliminate risk!"

Addressing Critical Safety Questions

Scout™ is tailored to assist organizations in addressing pivotal safety questions such as:

• - Where do most pedestrian-forklift interactions occur?
• - What times of day witness heightened risk levels?
• - How can modifications to facility layout lead to reduced high-risk interactions?

The advantages offered by MākuSafe Scout™ mark a shift from reactive to proactive safety management. Companies can now significantly decrease risks while simultaneously improving overall efficiency and safeguarding their workforce like never before.

About MākuSafe

MākuSafe has established itself as a leading platform for connected worker wearables and safety data analytics, boosting workplace safety and productivity. The integration of innovative wearable technologies with robust data analytics allows for real-time monitoring and mitigation of risks. Their compact armband device, the Ally™, is designed to capture various environmental and physical data, making safety leadership more informed and proactive.

Through solutions like the MākuSmart™ platform, organizations can track near-misses, visualize potential hazards, and enhance their safety management strategies. Simultaneously, MākuSafe's commitment to privacy ensures no personally identifiable information is collected, fostering a secure environment for workers.

In a world increasingly moving towards automated environments, MākuSafe empowers organizations to create safe, productive workplaces. With their data-driven insights, they encourage a safety culture that seamlessly aligns with Industry 4.0 advancements. For more details and to schedule a demonstration, visit MākuSafe’s website.