Case Study: Port Otago reduces high-risk movements with SoterCoach by Soter Analytics

Port Otago reduces high-risk movements by 56% with Soter Analytics

Port Otago, a major container port in New Zealand, faced significant ergonomic challenges and high rates of musculoskeletal injuries among its stevedoring teams due to the physically demanding nature of cargo handling. Seeking an innovative approach to safety, the port partnered with vendor Soter Analytics to implement its SoterCoach wearable technology solution to provide real-time feedback and reduce high-risk movements.

Soter Analytics implemented its SoterCoach wearable devices, which provide immediate haptic feedback to workers when high-risk movements are detected. This solution led to a 56% reduction in high-risk movements and a 43% decrease in back injury incidents within 12 months. The program also achieved an 87% employee adoption rate and generated NZ$850K in annual cost savings for Port Otago, transforming its safety culture.

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