August 30, 2024 Shurtape® Tool Helps Solve Safety Inspection Problems

By using BR Code scannable labels with the BitRip app, you can optimize safety protocols, improve efficiency, and foster a safer workplace.

By Tammy Gentry, Senior Product Manager, Shurtape Technologies, LLC

Construction, transportation and warehousing jobs overwhelmingly lead the way in workplace incidents, but many of these on-the-job injuries are preventable if the proper inspections take place. And safety managers know that properly documenting those inspections is just as important as the inspection itself, as businesses can face fines of up to $161,323 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for willful or repeated violations.

According to Occupational Health & Safety Magazine, there were 5,370 construction industry ladder injuries alone in 2020. In 2018, a workplace safety survey conducted by Liberty Mutual’s Workplace Safety Index found over $17 billion is spent on falls resulting from working at height.

Shurtape Technologies, a leader in adhesive tape and consumer home and office products, has partnered with technology company Nastro Technologies to create an easy solution to track the inspections and safety record of all of your vital equipment using the three-pronged approach of BR Code™ scannable labels from Duck Pro® by Shurtape®, the BitRip® mobile app and BitRip® Desktop Pro Plan.

The three are interconnected. First, stick a BR Code scannable label onto an asset you are looking to manage then download the BitRip app and scan the code — this will allow you to track all sorts of information from employee data to inspection sheets to custom checklists from any digital device. Lastly, companies can use the Desktop Pro Plan for reporting and exporting of data as well as fillable inspection forms and checklists.

The ability of this combined system to improve workplace health and safety was highlighted last year when PXL BR Duck Pro® by Shurtape® BR Code™ Heavy Duty, Permanent Scannable Labels won the prestigious Occupational Health & Safety New Product of the Year Awards in four categories — Asset Tracking/Management, EHS Software, Inspection Documentation/Automation and Lockout/Tagout and Machine Guarding.

We Solve Your Safety Inspection Problem

By leveraging BR Code scannable labels, companies can seamlessly capture real-time data on completed inspections, equipment conditions and compliance with safety standards, with all records easily accessible on the BitRip app. This approach not only enhances accuracy but also facilitates proactive maintenance scheduling, reducing downtime and mitigating risks of accidents or equipment failures.

Additionally, digital asset management enables organizations to comprehensively track assets’ lifecycles from procurement to retirement. This optimization of resource allocation ensures regulatory compliance and enhances operational efficiency.

Saving Time and Responding to Handling Urgencies

Digitalizing safety with a focus on time management transforms how organizations ensure workplace safety and operational efficiency. One safety-site manager with 24 years of experience struggled to keep paper certification and inspection records current and present with operators and equipment. Switching to BR Code scannable labels and the BitRip app allowed for real-time data capture and digital records to keep all the Ws — Who, What, When, Where and Why — straight. This proactive approach not only enhanced safety protocols but also minimized the risk of accidents or equipment failures by ensuring timely maintenance interventions.

Everything in One Hand

The BitRip app has a large variety of services to offer and having everything in one location revolutionizes how organizations manage inspections and ensure asset safety. By integrating all safety-related data onto one platform, businesses streamline operations and improve accessibility to critical information. This consolidation eliminates the inefficiencies of managing multiple systems or paper-based records, reducing administrative overhead and ensuring data consistency. Filtering capabilities further enhance efficiency by allowing users to quickly retrieve specific information, such as inspection reports or maintenance schedules, enhancing decision-making processes.

A company with a huge fleet of trucks, including dump trucks and tractor trailers, has seen the benefits of saving time and money with their safety training certifications and inspection tracking and reporting thanks to the combination of BitRip and BR Code scannable labels. By using BR Code labels and keeping track of their inspections through the app, he said operators are able to show OSHA inspectors certificates on their phone, something he calls “a game changer.” 

With everything accessible through a single app, stakeholders can monitor safety metrics in real-time, respond promptly to issues, and implement proactive safety measures effectively. Furthermore, organizations are able to perform advanced analytics and trend analysis, providing deeper insights into safety performance and asset management strategies. This analytical capability supports informed decision-making and proactive adjustments to safety protocols, ultimately enhancing overall operational effectiveness and risk management. By leveraging BR Code scannable labels with the BitRip app, organizations can optimize their safety protocols, improve operational efficiency, and foster a safer work environment overall.

As a Senior Product Manager with the Insights & Innovation Team at Shurtape Technologies, LLC, Tammy Gentry drives research, product management and marketing activities, delivering high-quality innovative solutions, like BR Code Scannable Solutions.

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