Evaluating the health and safety practices of human-robot teams

Human-robot teams will become increasingly prevalent in the construction sector as technology advances. These teams, consisting of both human and robotic members, have the potential to improve efficiency and productivity while also reducing the risk of injury to human workers. However, it is important to evaluate these teams' health and safety practices to ensure that they are functioning safely and effectively. This includes evaluating the methods used for communication, such as verbal or visual cues, and the effectiveness of these methods in ensuring that the team is working towards a common goal. Additionally, it is important to assess the physical interactions between the human and robotic members, such as the design of the robot and the safety measures in place to protect the human workers from injury. This study adopts a systematic review approach to assess critical factors that significantly impact the health and Safety of human workers in human-robot teams and to ensure that they are optimised for the specific tasks being performed.