EU OSHA Case Study: How Wenco’s SmartCap Enhances Worker Safety

March 6, 2025

Wenco International Mining Systems is proud to announce that our innovative SmartCap fatigue monitoring solution has been recognized by the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) as a leading tool for enhancing workplace safety and health.

Revolutionizing Fatigue Management

Worker fatigue is a critical safety risk, particularly in demanding industries such as mining, trucking, and heavy equipment operations. According to  European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU OSHA), fatigue-related human errors can increase accident risks by up to 62%. Recognizing the critical need for proactive fatigue management, EU OSHA has featured Wenco’s SmartCap in its latest case study on effective workplace safety solutions.

SmartCap’s innovative real-time fatigue monitoring helps prevent incidents before they occur—making it a proactive alternative to traditional fatigue detection systems.

How SmartCap Works

The SmartCap is a wearable device that continuously monitors brainwave activity to assess real-time fatigue levels. By providing early-warning alerts, it helps operators prevent microsleeps before they occur. This proactive approach sets SmartCap apart from traditional camera-based solutions, which often react to fatigue only after it has become a risk.

Benefits of SmartCap

  • Proactive Fatigue Management: SmartCap identifies fatigue well before it becomes microsleep events, allowing operators to take preventive measures.
  • Enhanced Safety and Operations: Centralized dashboards provide managers with valuable insights to optimize shift schedules and reduce fatigue-related incidents.
  • Industry-Wide Implementation: Trusted by industry leaders, SmartCap is implemented across mining, trucking, and industrial operations worldwide.

Commitment to Safety

At Wenco, we are committed to developing innovative solutions that prioritize the safety and health of the workforce. The recognition from EU-OSHA underscores the significant impact of SmartCap on worker safety and operational efficiency. By leveraging advanced EEG technology, SmartCap not only enhances individual worker safety but also promotes a culture of well-being and proactive health management across entire organizations.

Read the full EU-OSHA case study: Download PDF

For more information about Wenco's SmartCap, visit: Mining Fleet | Safety - Wenco Mining Systems

About Wenco International Mining Systems

For over 30 years, Wenco International Mining Systems has worked with mining companies to extract unrealized value. Under this mission, Wenco has developed an integrated suite of solutions to support the digital transformation of the mining industry. Fleet management, asset health, data analytics, and other technologies join together in the spirit of open interoperability and scalability to raise mine productivity and efficiency, lower routine costs, and establish a safe and smooth mining operation.

Wenco is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Construction Machinery headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

www.wencomine.com

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