OverWatch by EQSS is a safety system that provides crush protection on scissor lifts. This secondary guarding system uses a LiDAR sensor to improve scissor lift operator safety without impacting the normal operation of the equipment or the productivity of the worker. OverWatch was developed in-house by EQSS, in consultation with major contractors and rental companies in Australia to ensure that the product performed effectively in the real-world and can handle the harsh construction environment. The solution has undergone widespread trials on jobsites to ensure it could withstand environmental conditions. During these tests, EQSS also identified how operators responded to the OverWatch technology. OverWatch has been approved by all major scissor lift manufacturers, including JLG, Genie, Skyjack and Snorkel, for installation on their products and continues to be met with a positive reaction on jobsites globally. This technology is designed to reduce the risk of injury by entrapment by detecting the operator's position and movements, and intervening only when their safety is compromised. The LiDAR sensor measures movement every 40 microseconds for a constant stream of accurate data and a fast response. when an operator has moved abruptly or is in a dangerous position. If this is detected, the lift will immediately stop. Then, the operator can safely move away from the hazard. If the operator becomes trapped, the system will recognize this and repeatedly honk three times to alert others in the area.
