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The advantages of 'immersive training' for employee safety

Immersive technologies generate realistic environments and situations to get as close as possible to the first-hand experience.

By Russ Rive | November 09, 2020 at 06:00 AM

Virtual reality allows the user to experience a 3D world by using a headset and some form of motion tracking. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Saying that the world has changed in the past few months is certainly an understatement. Every aspect of living has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, from the way people shop to the design of everyday items. Nowhere is this better reflected than in the work sector. In fact, the way people complete their jobs has likely changed forever.

Many will continue to work from home and others are or will be faced with new measures and procedures upon returning to their workplaces. A perfect reflection of the changing workplace is safety training. These are critical for the smooth functioning of any industrial or office environment. However, employers struggle to find ways to onboard and train new employees while still implementing unique and ever-changing health measures.

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