At Intel Ireland, safety is more than a priority – it is a culture. By launching the Safety App and the CatchWise system, Intel advanced workplace safety, streamlining risk reporting and using AI refers to systems that display intelligent behaviour by analysing their environment and taking actions – with some degree of autonomy – to achieve specific goals. AI-based systems can be purely software-based, acting in the virtual world (e.g. voice assistants, image analysis software, search engines, speech and face recognition systems) or AI can be embedded in hardware devices (e.g. advanced robots, autonomous cars, drones or Internet of things applications) to identify risks before they escalate. With strong leadership support and active employee participation, safety engagement soared, injuries dropped and workplace safety evolved into a proactive, data-driven system – elevating both wellbeing and operational excellence.
Intel’s goal is to improve safety and communication methodologies in the manufacturing facilities, promoting an excellent and enduring site safety culture.
Intel implemented the Safety App and CatchWise system to strengthen workplace safety, streamline communication and foster a proactive safety culture.
The Safety App provides instant access to safety resources and contacts, simplifies reporting and encourages worker engagement in safety initiatives.
CatchWise leverages an AI chat bot to analyse safety data, identify trends and refine safety measures to reduce risks and potential incidents.
The implementation of these tools followed the hierarchy of prevention, applying the STOP principle: substitution of paper-based safety processes; technological measures using AI- driven analytics and real-time contact access; organisational measures with QR codes that ensure access to safety tools for all workers; and personal protection measures with built-in features for personal safety checks and PPE reminders.
Level of Education: Initial vocational education and training, Continuing vocational education and training
Lead Organisation: Intel Ireland
