Belgium: Digital solutions to reduce risks in glass production

AGC Glass Europe is a large international glass manufacturing group based in Belgium. Aiming to reach zero lost time through injury at all its plants, management has been implementing a series of digital solutions since 2022 to upgrade its safety system. For example, new software facilitates safety inspections and chemical products management. Intelligent cameras and sensors help prevent collisions with mobile equipment, and virtual reality is used in safety training. Methods to link AI-based computer vision with surveillance cameras for early detection of hazards are also being explored.

AGC is one of the commended examples of the 16th Healthy Workplaces Good Practice Awards competition, which recognises successful prevention and management of risks linked to digitalisation in the workplace.