Predictive analytics and artificial intelligence are playing an increasingly critical role in predicting soreness and preventing injuries in the workplace. This effort is being pioneered by the team at Fit For Work, who is using Fit For Work PREDICTS™ to help its clients get ahead of injuries before they even occur. Fit For Work utilizes an algorithm that looks at the types of interaction, frequency and quality of movement, and each employee’s injury history to predict who is at the greatest risk of imminent soreness and what steps can be taken to combat that risk. But AI alone can only be so effective. Here’s why AI and human interaction need to work together to effectively interpret data and prevent injuries. Data can’t stand alone The value and impact of data is undeniable in today’s business world. It has become commonplace in seemingly every industry and has changed the way we operate and make decisions. But compiling historical data and relying solely on statistics to guide decision-making is an incomplete practice – especially when it comes to injury prevention in physical and repetitive environments. There are so many special cases and circumstances that must be taken into account in order to arrive at the best possible solution, and delivering that solution often requires a human-to-human interaction. Maybe a worker has an injury history not fully detailed in the system, or maybe they’re not practicing proper ergonomics due to a special condition or specific advice from a specialist. Or maybe they are resentful of their manager because of recent overtime or hectic work pace. These factors are complex and while statistical identification of them can absolutely be done through algorithms, navigating the contextual solution requires components that statistics just can’t deliver on their own. Combining the numbers with a human touch It’s the human perspective that’s missing from the equation. Analytics aren’t meant to act as a standalone resource, but rather work best when paired with an expert’s eye. When predictive analytics in the workplace are combined with one-on-one, personalized interaction, it creates the ideal formula for assessing the needs of your employees. An experienced expert in workplace safety knows how to make proper sense of the data when paired with the first-hand input of the workers themselves. In-person interaction provides necessary context to ensure the right decision is being made on a case-by-case basis. This is the balance Fit For Work achieves with its clients across the country. Balancing analytics and human interaction with Fit For Work We understand that AI can find patterns that humans can’t, but we also know humans can provide personalized attention AI can’t. There’s simply no replacement for that level of connection and engagement. In working together with our AI partner, we leverage analytics to look at the unique conditions of each environment and each individual worker and then combine those data points with our findings from our work in the field. The ultimate goal is maximum accuracy in predicting soreness and getting ahead of injuries before they occur. Fit For Work PREDICTS™ is now a core service of ours and is included within our offering at no extra charge. In combining this data-driven method with our human interaction in the areas of Early Intervention, Ergonomics, Employee Testing, and Compliance, we are reshaping the way employers achieve a safe and productive environment for their workers. Contact us today to take your first step into the future of injury prevention.
Balancing Fit For Work PREDICTS™ and Human Interaction to Prevent Injuries
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