Virtual reality safety training programme for Amey workers launched31 January 2020

Public service provider Amey has launched a new safety training programme for its utilities employees, based on a fully-interactive virtual reality platform.

The programme has been developed in partnership with Edg VR and focuses on a series of virtual scenarios to enhance Amey’s induction process, including site safety, driver awareness and hazard perception.

Andy Halsall, MD of Amey’s utilities division, says: "I’m delighted to announce this new training package for the business. Edg VR’s technology can help us reinvent traditional methods of delivering health and safety training at work and help protect our people as they carry out their vital work across the UK.”

The platform uses 360-degree photos, videos, CGI features and interactive platforms to deliver health and safety training modules. It also provides insight into employee performance by using live scoring, assessment and analytics.

Matt Smith, MD of Edg VR, adds: “Edg VR’s range of health and safety training harnesses cutting-edge technology to transform safety in the workplace. The solution allows multiple users to learn, be assessed in real-time and receive industry recognised accreditation. We look forward to working with Amey to deliver this exciting new programme.”

Several training sessions have already taken place across the UK. More than 1,600 Amey employees will be enrolled on to the course and it is hoped that the training will increase retention, reduce costs regarding site defects, fines and vehicle damage, and protect employees on the front line.

Earlier this month, Amey also revealed that it is piloting a new augmented reality (AR) app to help fight ‘unflushables’.

Adam Offord

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