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Safety and Wearable Technology – Impact, Applications, and Implementation in Industry

By Gabriel Glynn, Mark Frederick, Tom West
Copyright 2025, 1st Edition

ISBN 9781032549880
156 Pages 28 B/W Illustrations
Published by CRC Press

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Publisher Release May 2025, Pre-order below!

Description:

A Blueprint for the Future of Safety and Operations

In an era of digital transformation and rising workplace risk, today’s EHS and operations leaders need more than theory — they need a roadmap. Safety and Wearable Technology is the first comprehensive guide written specifically to equip professionals in safety, risk, engineering, and operations with the insights to select, implement, and lead with wearable technology in industrial environments.

From understanding how sensors and IoT are revolutionizing risk mitigation, to uncovering what it takes to shift culture, leadership, and engagement — this book offers practical, real-world guidance shaped by years of hands-on experience and deep collaboration across industries.

Why This Book Matters

✅ Move from reactive to proactive safety with real-time, data-informed strategies
✅ Evaluate and choose wearable tech aligned with your people, processes, and goals
✅ Implement successfully with tips on pilot programs, worker engagement, and leadership
✅ Explore case studies and real-world results from industry leaders already on this journey
✅ Understand the bigger picture — including the role of wearables in Industry 4.0, predictive analytics, and connected worker ecosystems
✅ Lead cultural change by integrating technology into management systems that inspire participation and accountability

This is not just a book about technology. It’s a book about people, leadership, and the future of work.

Who Should Read This Book?

If you’re responsible for the safety, health, and performance of frontline workers — this book is for you. Perfect for:

Health & Safety Professionals
Plant Managers & Operations Leaders
Risk & Compliance Teams
Industrial Engineers & EHS Innovators
Insurance & Loss Control Professionals
HR & Organizational Development Leaders
Executives leading digital transformation

About the Authors

Gabriel Glynn is CEO and Co-Founder of MākuSafe, a technology leader focused on wearable safety innovation. Gabe’s experience growing up in a manufacturing family fuels his passion for using data to protect workers and improve how safety is done.

Mark Frederick, CTO and Co-Founder of MākuSafe, brings over 25 years of experience in cloud computing, IoT, and AI. Mark breaks down the technology behind wearables in ways that are accessible and empowering for safety leaders.

Tom West, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, COSS, is Vice President and Global Practice Leader at MākuSafe. With experience in executive leadership, HR, and organizational development, and nearly three decades as a college management professor, Tom focuses on culture, motivation, and what it really takes to drive meaningful change.

What Industry is Saying

“An essential read for anyone ready to embrace the next era of safety.”
— Chad Veach, AVP, EMC Insurance

“This book reveals the groundbreaking potential of wearable technology to predict and prevent incidents before they occur.”
— Scott Gaddis, VP, Intelex Technologies

“This is the roadmap every safety leader has been waiting for.”
— Heather Chapman, Paradigm Safety

“More than a tutorial — this book redefines the intersection of human safety and operational excellence.”
— Peter Susca, OpX Safety

“This book bridges the gap between safety professionals who need data-driven insight and the real-world application of wearable technology. It’s both strategic and practical.”
— Rick Fineman, Vice President of Loss Control, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies

“The authors offer a balanced, insightful, and actionable guide. This isn’t hype — it’s a thoughtful framework for how wearable tech can transform safety, productivity, and culture.”
— Chris Murphy, VP Commercial Risk & Safety, Holmes Murphy

“The MākuSafe team has done what few have — translated years of innovation, research, and frontline deployment into a clear, compelling resource. This book belongs in the hands of every safety and operations leader.”
— Mark Jones, PhD, MBA, CIH, CSP, EHS Director, Plastipak Packaging

“The MākuSafe team doesn’t just understand tech — they understand people. This book shows how wearable safety tech can transform both safety culture and operations.”
— Zachary S. Finn, Director of Client Risk Management, Henriott Group

“Wearables aren’t a trend — they’re the future of proactive risk management. This book explains the why, the how, and the what’s next.”
— Scott Cuthbert, CEO & Co-Founder, Safeopedia Inc.

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Available only via the publisher’s website & Amazon. Item will ship in May 2025

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