Case Study
Practical Red Zone Monitoring on an Offshore Drilling Platform
Overview
An offshore drilling operator deployed Software Safety Solution Red Zone Monitoring integrated with Aegex 100M intrinsically safe Windows 11 IoT tablets to reduce human–machine interaction risks. The solution combines real-time video analytics with live machine state data to create dynamic, conditional red zones and deliver instant, personal safety alerts to workers in hazardous areas.
The Problem
- Static painted red zones did not adapt to changing operations
- Safety relied on manual supervision and radio calls
- Limited real-time visibility of worker location vs. equipment status
- No digital audit trail for incidents and near misses
The Solution
A computer vision–based safety system that fuses CCTV analytics with PLC/DCS machine signals:
- Dynamic Red Zones that expand or shrink based on equipment activity (cranes, hoists, rotating machinery)
- Predictive Alerts when a worker’s path intersects a dangerous zone
- Personal Notifications delivered to ATEX-certified Aegex tablets
- Live Dashboard & Reporting for supervisors and compliance teams
How It Works (In Practice)
- Cameras track people and machinery in real time
- Machine signals define when an area becomes dangerous
- Software creates conditional red zones
- System predicts unsafe entry
- Alerts guide the worker to a safe path
- Event is logged for compliance and performance analysis
The Results
- Reduced near misses and unsafe proximity to moving equipment
- Faster response and fewer safety-related stoppages
- Improved audit readiness with digital safety logs
- Stronger, consistent safety enforcement across shifts
Business Impact
- Improved operational uptime
- Lower incident and compliance risk
- Measurable ROI through reduced downtime and investigations
Technology Partner: Software Safety Solution
Software Safety Solution delivers intelligent safety solutions for heavy industry by combining video intelligence, machine data integration, and secure connectivity to transform operational data into actionable safety insights.
Mobility Layer: Aegex 100M
The Aegex 100M intrinsically safe Windows 11 IoT tablet provides the certified mobile interface for hazardous areas. It delivers real-time red zone alerts, live dashboards, and safety guidance directly to field personnel, ensuring ATEX/Zone 1 compliance without compromising performance, connectivity, or usability.
Conclusion
By shifting safety from manual supervision to predictive, system-driven protection, the operator achieved higher safety performance, stronger compliance, and improved operational efficiency.