- DuPont (DD, Financial) partners with Epicore Biosystems to enhance worker safety through smart wearable technology.
- The collaboration integrates DuPont's protective garments with Epicore's Connected Hydration solution for real-time hydration tracking.
- This effort responds to regulatory changes from the 2024 OSHA proposal on heat injury and illness prevention in workplaces.
DuPont (DD), a key player in personal protection, has announced a strategic partnership with Epicore Biosystems to boost worker safety via cutting-edge wearable technology. The collaboration merges DuPont's expertise in protective clothing with Epicore's Connected Hydration platform, which offers real-time monitoring of hydration and physiological metrics.
This initiative comes in response to the 2024 OSHA Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, focusing on preventing heat-related injuries and illnesses in both outdoor and indoor work environments. With concerns about worker safety in extreme climate conditions escalating, the integration aims to provide individualized strategies for maintaining worker health and safety in high-risk areas.
Epicore's Connected Hydration platform, which is currently utilized across North America, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, will complement DuPont's protective gear, facilitating proactive hydration management. This integration aims to empower workers with personalized insights, minimizing risks associated with dehydration and heat exposure.
DuPont's global marketing leader, Liz Briggs, stated that this collaboration allows the company to explore advanced biometrics in conjunction with its protective solutions, setting the stage for a future where smart wearable technologies are integral to workplace safety.
