Use Case:
Preventing Near Misses
Use Case: How AI Stopped a Near Miss from Becoming a Fatal Accident
A high-rise construction site in Houston. A contractor was working on scaffolding when a wrench slipped from a worker’s belt, plummeting toward the crew below. The incident was logged as a near miss—but traditional safety tracking only reacts after incidents happen.
Challenges
One of the biggest challenges in construction safety is the unpredictability of hazards, especially in high-risk environments like high-rise sites. In Houston, a simple moment—a wrench slipping from a worker’s belt—could have led to a devastating injury for the crew below.
The Field1st Approach
To prevent dangerous situations, Field1st goes to work was developed, picking up where human attention may leave off. Here’s how it helped:
1. Real-Time Monitoring
Field1st’s AI-powered real-time monitoring flagged an unsecured tool in a high-risk zone.
2. Danger Alerts
A high-priority alert was sent to the site supervisor within seconds.
3. Immediate Action
The crew below was instructed to clear the area immediately.
4. Prevention
The wrench struck the ground—harmlessly.
