KeolisAmey Docklands, operator of the DLR on behalf of Transport for London (TfL), has joined forces with Tended to supply geofencing expertise for its trackside groups engaged on the DLR.

The busiest light railway in the UK, the DLR requires steady upkeep and upgrades, together with numerous closures and dwell possessions wanted to introduce the brand new prepare fleet, which is about to enter service in 2024. With a lot of this upkeep requiring groups to work trackside subsequent to dwell areas open to coach actions, conserving its workforce as protected as doable is paramount to KeolisAmey Docklands.

Loss of situational consciousness has been highlighted as a number one reason for trackside accidents throughout the railway trade. With Tended’s geofencing expertise, KeolisAmey Docklands will have the ability to higher defend trackside groups by alerting staff as quickly as they enter hazardous areas or method a possession restrict, augmenting their situational consciousness.

Using Tended’s Planning Dashboard, protected working zones (geofences) and designated entry factors may be created prematurely of monitor staff getting into the worksite. Wearables assigned to these zones are then worn by the monitor staff, which pinpoints their close to actual proximity to geofence boundaries.

If a employee leaves a protected zone or entry level, the Wearable alerts them in real-time by a mixture of audio, visible and haptic alerts, offering a warning to maneuver again to security, conserving groups out of the trail of hazards reminiscent of shifting trains or dwell possessions.

To assist its consumer TFL in its drive for open innovation, KeolisAmey Docklands locations a give attention to new applied sciences and approaches to resolve challenges on its community. Working with KeolisAmey Docklands, the implementation of Tended’s geofencing expertise on the DLR will assist enhance security, cut back the variety of accidents and near-misses, and obtain operational effectivity.

Dave MacGillivray, Possession Planning Manager for KeolisAmeyDocklands mentioned: “The safety of our staff is of utmost priority and the introduction of this innovative wearable technology from Tended will provide a further level of protection for our trackside colleagues.”

Leo Scott Smith, CEO and Founder of Tended mentioned: “This is the beginning of an extremely thrilling partnership for us with KeolisAmey Docklands. At Tended, our mission has all the time been to create modern options that prioritise the security of staff in difficult environments. By integrating our geofencing expertise into the DLR’s trackside operations, we goal to supply an important layer of safety for the devoted groups working near dwell possessions with shifting trains.

“This partnership exemplifies the potential of technology to transform safety protocols and prevent accidents, strengthening our commitment to saving lives and ensuring a safe work environment.”

Photo credit score: Tended

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