Industrial Safety- Six Steps To a Safe Machine

1) Event Overview
 Title : Industrial Safety – Six Step To a Safe Machine
 Date and Time : 2nd October 2024 at 7PM
 Platform and Link : Google Meet https://meet.google.com/wxj-msjv-jof
 Organisers : IEEE Instrumentation And Measurement Society
 Coordinators : Amritha P V, Aniruthan M , Ahalya C S
 Attendees : 78 students from various department attended.
2) Objectives : The objective of a webinar on industrial safety is to raise
awareness about the critical importance of workplace safety protocols, hazard
prevention, and compliance with safety regulations. It aims to educate
participants on the latest industrial safety standards, risk assessment techniques,
and accident prevention strategies, ensuring a safer working environment for all
employees.
3) Webinar Highlights : The program starts at 7PM. The event was conducted
via Google Meet and saw an active participation of 78 students, highlighting the
increasing interest in industrial safety among future engineers. The session was
led by Mr. Tyler Glieden, Manager of Product Management at SICK Sensor
Intelligence, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. His expertise and industry
experience made the webinar a valuable learning opportunity for the attendees.

4) Welcome Address and Speaker Introduction: The event began with a
warm welcome from Ahalya C.S., Chairman of IMS IEEE. In her introductory
remarks, she acknowledged the importance of industrial safety and how critical
it is to adopt systematic approaches to ensure workplace safety. She introduced
the speaker, Mr. Tyler Glieden, who has years of experience in product
management and a deep understanding of industrial safety systems, particularly
focusing on machine safety and intelligent sensor technology.

5) Introduction to Industrial Safety and SICK Safety: Tyler Glieden started
the webinar by defining industrial safety as the measures, protocols, and
processes implemented in an industrial environment to prevent accidents,
injuries, and hazardous incidents. He emphasized that industrial safety is not
only about protecting workers but also ensuring that machines operate
efficiently without posing risks. He also introduced SICK Safety, explaining
how SICK Sensor Intelligence, a company specializing in sensor-based
technologies, plays a crucial role in developing safety solutions for various
industrial applications. The company focuses on designing intelligent sensors
that enhance machine safety and prevent accidents, particularly in industries
that use complex machinery and automation systems.

Following the introduction, Tyler provided an overview of SICK’s
comprehensive range of safety products designed to enhance industrial safety.
He categorized these products into several key areas such as Opto-Electronic
safety devices, Safety interlocks, Safety sensors and controls, Safety systems
and services. Throughout his overview, Tyler provided examples of how these
safety products have been implemented in various industries, showcasing their
effectiveness in enhancing operational safety and efficiency. He emphasized the
role of innovation in safety technology and how SICK continually evolves its
products to meet the changing needs of the industry

6) Q&A Session and Virtual Memento Presentation :
The session concluded with an engaging Q&A segment, where participants
posed insightful questions about specific challenges in implementing industrial
safety measures. Tyler provided detailed answers, explaining how SICK’s safety
products are designed to address these concerns and contribute to safer
industrial operations.

After the Q&A, on behalf of IMS IEEE, a virtual memento was presented to
Mr. Tyler Glieden in recognition of his informative presentation and valuable
contributions to the field of industrial safety. This gesture of appreciation
underscored the importance of his insights and the impact of the webinar.
Anirudhan, core team member, IMS IEEE delivered the closing remarks,
expressing his gratitude to Mr. Tyler Gliden for his informative presentation and
to the attendees for their active participation. He applauded IMS IEEE for
organizing such an important event and encouraged the audience to apply what
they had learned in their future careers.
7) Conclusion: The “Industrial Safety: Six Steps to Safe Machines” webinar
successfully achieved its goal of educating participants on the importance of
implementing safety measures in industrial environments. Tyler Glieden’s
expertise and clear presentation provided attendees with a thorough
understanding of the necessary steps to ensure machine safety, from risk
assessment to continuous monitoring. The session also highlighted the critical
role that companies like SICK Sensor Intelligence play in advancing industrial
safety through innovative sensor technology.
The event underscored the importance of prioritizing safety in industries that
depend on automation and machinery, equipping participants with practical
knowledge that will be invaluable as they enter industrial and engineering
fields.