Using AI and VR for Electrical Safety Training

In response to the continuing electrical workplace incidents and in particular the stagnant electrical shock death rates $\sim 120 /$ year over the last 11 years [1], there is a critical need to accelerate and “revolutionize” electrical safety training methodologies. This abstract proposes a holistic approach that integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) into both the design and delivery of training programs. This is done by combining the Systematic Approach for Training (SAT) with the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) process. The following 3 aspects of electrical safety training can bring real and sustainable improvements to the electrical sector. (1) Using an innovative technique- Systematic Approach for Training (SAT) process to improve performance in the design and development of high impact and valuable electrical safety training. (2) Using Technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the construct of that training. (3) Incorporating leading edge Technology such as Virtual Reality / Augmented Reality (VR/AR) in addition to hands on training in the implementation and evaluation phase of ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) for electrical safety training. If the SAT process is used properly, especially in the Analysis and Design phase coupled with the appropriate technology, electrical safety training will be far more effective. Then it comes down to a quality delivery and using the appropriate modern technology technologies in such a manner as to make it impactful, and effective. By incorporating this approach electrical safety training can provide a significant return on investment (ROI).