Innovative Technologies to Improve Occupational Safety in Mining and Construction Industries-Part I
Paweł Bęś1, Paweł Strzałkowski1, Justyna Górniak-Zimroz2
1Department of Mining, Faculty of Geoengineering, Mining and Geology, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, 50-370 Wroclaw, Poland.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|August 28, 2025
Summary
Innovative technologies like AI and IoT significantly enhance safety in mining and construction. While offering economic benefits and improved worker protection, further integration requires addressing educational and implementation barriers.
Area of Science:
- Engineering
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Computer Science
Background:
- High-risk sectors like mining and construction face persistent occupational safety challenges.
- Technological advancements offer potential solutions for improving worker comfort and safety.
- Previous research has not fully explored the impact and implementation of specific innovative technologies in these sectors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of innovative technologies on occupational safety in mining and construction.
- To assess the opportunities and limitations of implementing these technologies.
- To identify research gaps in the application of new safety solutions.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of scientific articles from the Scopus database.
- Analysis of innovative technologies including unmanned aerial vehicles, inspection robots, Internet of Things (IoT) and sensors, and artificial intelligence (AI).
- Evaluation of implementation factors, benefits, and challenges.
Main Results:
- Unmanned aerial vehicles, inspection robots, IoT, sensors, and AI demonstrate significant potential for enhancing safety.
- These technologies offer both improved worker safety and economic advantages for employers, contributing to industry sustainability.
- Identified research gaps require further investigation for comprehensive technology integration.
Conclusions:
- Innovative technologies are crucial for advancing occupational safety in mining and construction.
- Overcoming implementation barriers, including educational adjustments, is essential for realizing the full potential of these advancements.
- Continued research and strategic integration are necessary to maximize safety and economic benefits.
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