New robot ‘dog’ reduces power workers’ time in confined spaces
September 1, 2023
UK Power Networks’ new robot companion has been used in trials for tunnel inspections aimed to reduce work for people in confined spaces. Read More
Robots rock: How top trends from the edge of technology can transform health and safety
August 13, 2019
John Kersey brings his expertise and insights from the edge of safety technology, to review five major technology trends that will have a major impact on health and safety professionals in the very near future. Read More
Robot safety: Investment programme aims to improve workplace safety
January 3, 2019
HSE backs a £26.6m government investment programme to build mini robots to repair underground pipes and other hazardous work environments. Read More
Robot safety part 6: data mining
May 18, 2018
John Kersey continues his exploration of the methods and techniques used to make AI such a potentially effective tool for safety. Read More
Robot safety part 5: pattern recognition
April 6, 2018
John Kersey delves into some of the mysteries that aid machines in spotting patterns in our working lives. Pattern recognition: Read More
Robot safety part 4: algorithms are the key
February 28, 2018
We are familiar with algorithms controlling the patterns of our life, from delivery cyclists to suggested purchases. John Kersey will Read More
The fourth industrial revolution: Are you ready to shape the future in 2018?
January 26, 2018
John Kersey offers five ideas to those organisations, businesses and individuals who see the 'Industry 4.0' trend as an amazing opportunity to shape the future. Read More
Robot safety part 3: data is power
January 15, 2018
John Kersey continues his journey through robot safety, and the foundations of AI systems changing our way of life at work and in the home. Read More
Robot safety part 2: man smart, machine smarter
December 5, 2017
Machine learning seems to be a new buzzword. What is it and how is it substantially changing the way we work? John Kersey continues his series on artificial intelligence in the world of health and safety. Read More
Robot safety part 1: is the AI revolution here?
November 16, 2017
You can’t help noticing an ever increasing tide of stories in the media on the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in our lives. John Kersey, Health and Safety Manager - People and Culture, ISS UK, asks: how will this affect the health and safety profession? Read More
