Three ways a connected jobsite leads to better on-site safety

Building a safer jobsite means more than just enforcing policies, it requires a shift toward digital construction practices that enable real-time insights, proactive decision-making, and predictive foresight. A connected jobsite doesn’t just improve operations – it can actively improve safety outcomes. By combining smart technology with real-time insights and industry partnerships, teams can protect workers, assets, and reduce risk in powerful new ways.

Here’s how digital technologies can power safer, smarter jobsites: 

1. Promote safer equipment use

Smarter access management keeps untrained operators off equipment

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 226 jobsite fatalities in 2023 were caused by someone getting struck, caught, or compressed by running powered equipment. By linking operator credentials directly to access control, companies prevent misuse, protect equipment, and most importantly, enhance construction jobsite safety. 

Unauthorized or untrained equipment use remains a leading cause of accidents on construction sites. Leading rental companies and contractors are now integrating operator credentials directly into equipment access solutions to ensure that only certified personnel can operate machinery.

This approach is strengthened by our partnership with the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). Through integration with IPAF’s ePAL app, which stores digital PAL Cards and operator training records, companies can instantly verify an individual’s qualifications, which streamlines compliance and raises the safety standard across the board.

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2. Catch issues early

Advanced alerting and predictive insights catch small problems before they become big ones

Visibility into machine health and usage is critical on a busy construction site. Trackunit Alerts provide real-time notifications for key risk indicators – like overheating, low fluids, or abnormal movement – so teams can respond before small issues escalate.

A customer in an insurance study reported a 56% decrease in aggressive driving with fleet equipment over a three-month time period after implementing telematics.

By combining real-time alerts with predictive capabilities, organizations can move from reactive responses to proactive, preventive safety management at scale. For large-scale operations, operating data platforms like IrisX provide an added layer of intelligence by turning equipment data into predictive insights. By identifying usage patterns and early warning signs, these platforms help teams anticipate potential failures and address risks before they escalate, supporting a more proactive approach to safety and maintenance.

3. Reduce risk by planning ahead

Proactive service management prevents breakdowns and reduces risks

Poorly maintained machines aren’t just a productivity issue – they’re a safety risk. Trackunit’s Service Management app helps teams schedule preventive maintenance checks and track service history, to help machines remain in peak condition. According to the National Safety Council, up to 70% of machinery-related accidents could be averted through timely inspections and consistent maintenance. 

When jobsites are connected, safety isn’t left to chance. From operator access to predictive maintenance insights, connected technology gives construction teams the tools to prevent incidents, protect their workforce, and build a culture of safety that scales. Trackunit is proud to help construction teams create safer jobsites where every worker returns home safely.