MākuSafe® FAQs Archive
How does a worker check-out their assigned device for a shift?
January 9, 2021
When a worker starts their shift, they approach the MākuSafe® Base Station and enter a predetermined code assigned by the employer. At that time, the MākuSafe® system will assign a core device for that shift by showing a flashing green light around the correct device. The worker removes that
Who sees the data generated by the wearable?
January 9, 2021
The data collected by the device is protected and the only people who have access to this data are those in the company authorized to view the information.
What if a worker accidentally wears the device home after a shift?
January 9, 2021
While we don’t encourage this, it is not uncommon for a worker to forget and wear their workforce wearable that they checked out to their home after their shift. The worker should simply tell their manager and return the core device to the base station where it was checked
What happens if the wearable is dropped?
January 9, 2021
The MākuSafe® workforce wearable and the core device is ruggedized and built to withstand normal wear and tear in tough work environments which includes dropping the core device from reasonable heights.
Is the worker’s location being constantly tracked?
January 9, 2021
No. The sensors within the workforce wearable are passively monitoring conditions and only capturing location when a threshold is met or exceeded.
How does a worker wear a MākuSafe® workforce wearable device?
January 9, 2021
The sensors and associated software algorithms are programmed to assume data is gathered on the upper arm, above the bicep and outside of all clothing. MākuSafe® has tested this position on many different workers and environments and results were consistently better in this position regardless of job, person size or
Will the device buzz or alert a worker in some way if it believes a hazard is detected?
January 9, 2021
No. MākuSafe® has done extensive research and has chosen to NOT provide feedback directly to the worker. Instead our focus is on providing leadership with actionable insight/data they can use to resolve a hazard or have a meaningful conversation with workers.
Can a manager be notified when an indicator is detected by a wearable in the MākuSmart® platform?
January 9, 2021
Yes. The MākuSmart® platform allows dashboard users to select what types of indicators they would like to receive in the form of an SMS (Text) notification. This allows them to stay updated on their device while out on the floor or at a job site.
What kind of data is the workforce wearable gathering?
January 9, 2021
The sensors within the MākuSafe® core device focuses on four types of data: Environmental conditions around the worker such as heat, humidity, light, noise and air quality.Any hazardous motion experienced by or performed by the worker.The location of the worker at the time a sensor threshold is met.Voice memos
Is a dedicated WiFi network required to support the MākuSafe® equipment?
January 9, 2021
MākuSafe® can use your current Ethernet, WiFi or IoT networks as long as those networks do not have a “splash page”. If WiFi or internet connectivity is NOT available in the facility or work area, MākuSafe® can provide a information about a recommended network provider that