WakeCap in the forefront of safety improvement
The government’s strategy is to mandate safety and security in construction and related sectors said a statement
WakeCap presented its suite of construction site management technology to the Kingdom’s Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, and said it aims to improve the safety of mining and manufacturing projects across the Kingdom. WakeCap’s technology has been adopted by more than 35 leading developments and projects, the firm said.
Dr. Hassan Albalawi, CEO and founder of WakeCap, presented the technology at the closing ceremony of the accelerator and industrial business incubator initiative Nomu, in the presence of Bandar I. Alkhorayef, the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources; Mr. Khalil Ibn Salamah, the Deputy Minister for Industrial Affairs; Mr. Majid Alargoubi, CEO of the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones Modon; and Mr. Sami Alhussaini, Governor of the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority Monshaat.
“We are honored by his excellent comments and endorsements, which not only validate our technology as crucial for setting new safety standards, but also signal a directive for mandating technology on major projects. Doing so will serve to promote transparency and ensure better compliance rates. This aligns perfectly with our mission to transform safety protocols and practices in the construction industry and beyond, leveraging Wakecap’s capabilities to forge a safer, more secure working environment for all,” stated Dr. Albalawi.
Wakecap’s standing is further emphasised by the ministry’s role as a board member in NCOSH, which positions WakeCap as a key player in shaping the future of occupational safety and health regulations, the statement noted.
The government’s strategy is to mandate safety and security in construction and related sectors and WakeCap’s technology will support these goals by enhancing emergency response times and providing data for compliance and incident investigation. WakeCap facilitates real-time monitoring of workers’ conditions, enabling instant alerts in the event of an emergency, which reduces response times, it added.
The data collected by WakeCap will ensure safety regulations, but also investigate incidents, identifying root causes, and implementing preventative measures to avoid future occurrences. This approach further supports the government’s commitment to not only mandate safety regulations, but to foster a culture of safety and accountability through data-driven insights and actions.
