Safety Study: Injury Prevention Technology Reduces Strain

Workers who use technology designed to prevent musculoskeletal disorders report reduced physical strain and improved safety awareness, according to a study released Monday by the National Safety Council. Technologies such as exoskeletons and robotics that provide direct physical support were most strongly associated with symptom reduction, while monitoring tools such as wearable sensors and computer vision systems helped workers identify ergonomic risks and adopt safer behaviors, according to the study. Researchers surveyed more than 400 non-managerial workers across construction, manufactur...