Georgia-Pacific's gypsum facility in Fletcher, Oklahoma, is developing an innovative AI-powered app to bolster its workplace safety measures.
The app, named SMLGPT, is designed to complement the company's existing Save My Life (SML) safety protocol.
Jimmy Stewart, a maintenance planner at the facility, created SMLGPT to assist employees, particularly newcomers, in identifying potential hazards and appropriate safety controls. The app allows users to upload photos or videos of work areas or describe scenarios to receive AI-generated safety recommendations.
SMLGPT aims to address challenges in hazard identification, especially for less experienced workers or unique tasks. Chris Brown, safety and health manager, emphasizes the app's potential to bridge the gap between hazard identification and permit issuance.
Integration with Existing Safety Measures
The AI tool is intended to be used alongside the original SML app and thought process, which focuses on three key questions:
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What could be life-threatening or life-changing if it fails?
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What controls are in place?
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Are these controls sufficient?
Future Applications
The facility is exploring additional uses for SMLGPT, including generating safety quizzes and recommending controls based on GP safety alerts. This initiative aligns with Georgia-Pacific's commitment to prioritizing safety through innovative solutions.
As the project develops, it demonstrates how emerging technologies can enhance workplace safety practices and potentially save lives in industrial settings.
Georgia-Pacific is a leading manufacturer of tissue, pulp, packaging, and building products, with a strong presence across North America and internationally. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company operates more than 150 facilities and employs tens of thousands of people globally. Known for brands like Angel Soft®, Quilted Northern®, and Dixie®, Georgia-Pacific is committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering quality products that meet consumer and business needs.
