A safety alert system that locates the direction and proximity of objects in and around operating areas using RFID, has been launched by Cooper Specialised Handling. Net-Guard involves fitting four sensors on to lift trucks, which continually search for RFID tags.

Tags can be fitted to numerous items, including compulsory clothing, such as hard hats or high visibility garments, or onboard other mobile equipment operating in the area. Once a tag is located, the device scans the area and gives the driver a visual indication of the direction and proximity of any RFID tag within range. Alarm sounds and coloured screens are used to alert the driver. Any tag within seven to 20 metres will warn drivers with an audible alarm and a yellow screen while anything closer than that will activate a second alarm and the coloured screen will turn red. The technology can also be tailored to sensitive height areas.

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