We’re excited to announce the launch of WIPO’s latest Patent Landscape Report on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Technologies, with a hybrid launch event taking place on Tuesday, May 7, starting at 13:45 CEST.
Each year, millions of people are affected by unsafe working conditions, with an estimated 3 million lives lost due to occupational accidents or work-related diseases, and nearly 400 million workers suffering non-fatal injuries. These staggering figures underscore the urgent need for innovation in occupational health and safety – innovation that not only protects lives but also reduces the economic burden associated with workplace injuries, which accounts for nearly 4% of global GDP.
The new WIPO Patent Landscape Report on Occupational Health and Safety Technologies offers a comprehensive and data-driven overview of global patenting activity in this essential field. By analyzing thousands of patent filings, the report identifies key innovation trends, major technology developers, and geographical patterns in OHS-related innovation.
The report focuses on three main technology areas:
- Accident prediction technologies that use AI, sensors, and data analytics to anticipate and prevent workplace incidents
- Detection and monitoring tools that track hazardous conditions and worker health in real time
- Protection technologies, including advanced personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems designed to mitigate risks.
This new report is a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, companies, and innovators looking to understand the evolving landscape of workplace safety technologies. It supports informed decision-making and fosters collaboration to address one of the world’s most pressing labor challenges.