ISHN readers have probably heard of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, but there is still a great deal of confusion surrounding the term and how the technology is used in conjunction with fall protection equipment.
RFID technology significantly improves efficiency when tracking and logging safety equipment and also streamlines and standardizes the process. Recent estimates show that companies using RFID technology can achieve between 35 to 50 percent improvement in time savings over a pencil and paper recording system. Further, RFID tracking systems provide electronic inspection records rather than handwritten notes, helping to ensure all equipment is being tracked and recorded accurately, promoting worker safety.