April Member Meeting

Join us virtually or in-person for our April Member Meeting where Stuart Waida, Business Development Director, with Blackline Safety will present on Building a Safer Workplace with Connected Safety Solutions. 

Presentation Summary:

With the increased digitization of the workplace through the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), connected safety has emerged as a critical tool for managing worksite risk. By leveraging data from cloud-connected devices, companies can quickly and more easily respond to incidents, alert their workers, manage compliance, and build a stronger safety program overall.

In this presentation, Stuart will explain how connected safety works and explore how organizations are leveraging cloud-connected platforms to support their safety programs and initiatives and better protect employees.

Concepts will be illustrated by real-life case studies showcasing connected safety technology applications for gas detection, lone worker protection and the enhancement of safety protocols, processes, and training.

The session will start with an overview of the current landscape of connected safety and gas detection solutions, exploring the various wearable devices on the market today that support real-time data collection, monitoring, and analysis.
Next, we will delve into the key workplace safety risks safety professionals face and how connected safety can help mitigate them by monitoring workers’ safety status, receiving real-time alerts of incidents and visualizing patterns of potential hazards so proactive, preventive action can be taken.

By the end of the presentation, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of how connected safety technology can be leveraged for gas detection and lone worker safety. They will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to implement and optimize connected safety solutions in their organizations to create safer and more robust work environments.

Presenter Bio:

Stuart Waida is a Business Development Director for the Western US Region of Blackline Safety and has over twenty years of experience in client facing roles. His focus is understanding a client’s needs using a consultative approach to determine the best application of products and services in his portfolio to improve safety, process efficiency, and capture reductions in fixed and soft costs.  Stuart is naturally inquisitive and enjoys learning about an organization’s culture, initiatives and operating environment to provide relevant solutions and build long-term relationships from the field level to the board room. Stuart’s expertise spans diverse industry verticals, including energy, manufacturing, construction, and large facility management. His academic background includes a degree in Biochemistry, and he started his career working in research laboratories, food production and agriculture. At Blackline Safety, he collaborates with enterprise clients, ensuring the standardization and adoption of safety programs across divisions, departments, and geographic locations. His ultimate goal is to guarantee that every worker returns home safely to their families every day.

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