[VIDEO]Caterpillar Explains Technology for Stopping Accidents Caused by Operator Fatigue

Caterpillar explains how its system of cameras, smart bands and monitoring centers identify in real time operators whose fatigue might cause accidents

Nov 18, 2015

Cameras, smart bands and our own monitoring centers are just a few of the ways we're helping customers see risks they were unable to see before. Get an inside look at how Caterpillar Safety Services is optimizing the operator while they're working in heavy equipment. Visit caterpillar.com/innovation to learn more.

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