Get home safely with Guardian
Even the most experienced drivers are not immune to fatigue
Australia’s 3-year Driving Health study found that over 60% of drivers experience fatigue whilst working and one in ten admitted to nodding off or falling asleep while driving in the previous year. And it’s not just fatigue that can be fatal.
Distraction is deadly
Did you know, 82 percent of the crashes involving truck drivers aged 25 years and under are caused by distraction? But it’s not just young drivers. In fact, the 2021 NTARC Major Accident Investigation Report notes the number of truck driver deaths caused by distraction more than doubled in the past two years.
Guardian is part of your company's commitment to safety.
Seeing Machines exists to get everyone home safely, that's why we developed Guardian. Our real-time driver safety solution is designed to protect professional drivers like yourself from the dangers posed by fatigue and distraction.
How can Guardian protect me?
Guardian is scientifically proven to reduce fatigue-related driving events by more than 90%
Guardian will help keep you safe while you drive, anytime, anywhere. It provides real-time alerts if it detects signs of fatigue or distraction while you drive and will intervene to protect your life and lives of others on the road.
Fatigue events are detected when your eyes are closed (or almost closed) for 1.5 seconds or longer when travelling at or above a set speed threshold.
Distraction events are detected when you look away from the road for 4 seconds or longer when travelling at or above a set speed threshold.
Field of View exceptions are detected when Guardian cannot track your face for a set period. For example, if the in-cab sensor is covered.
The truth about Guardian
Concerned about what is being monitored while you drive?
There are a few common myths around what our technology does and doesn’t do. Watch the videos below to learn more and put your mind at ease.
Myth 1 - It sees everything you do
All Guardian can see is your eyes, face and head. It doesn't see the passenger seat or the back of the cab.
Myth 2 - It records what you say
Guardian uses the camera for detecting eye closure and head movement. There is no microphone.
Myth 3 - It stores your data
Guardian only records data when it detects a fatigue or distraction event.
Myth 4 - The system knows who you are
Guardian only recognises your facial features to determine drowsiness or distraction.
Myth 5 - The infrared camera lights aren't safe
The infrared lights have been fully tested and researched and will not harm you.
Myth 6 - It's designed to control drivers
Guardian decreases fatigue incidents by 90%. It is designed to get you home safely every time.
Frequently asked questions
If eye or head movement exceeds set parameters, you will be alerted with an audible alarm and seat vibration. Our 24/7 Guardian Center will review the information and your manager will be contacted if required.
If the in-cab sensor cannot track your face, you will not be protected by Guardian. Guardian will record this as an event which can be viewed by your manager.
Yes, Guardian works with most glasses. Some types of glasses (e.g. with thick rims or reflective coating) may confuse the system and are not recommended.
Information can only be accessed by your Company’s nominated contacts via a secure web portal.
No. Please note Guardian is not a CCTV. This means that no one can under any circumstances connect to the system and monitor you while you drive or while you are in cabin.
Seeing Machines respects your privacy. A Privacy Policy which sets out the types of data Guardian may collect about drivers, and how we collect, use, disclose and protect this data to comply with relevant privacy laws is available on our website seeingmachines.com
Once installed, Guardian requires no additional set up. Each time you start the vehicle, Guardian will power up and will be ready to protect you. If the LED light on the in-cab sensor is red, this indicates that the system is not working properly and should be reported to your manager as soon as possible.
A basic check is required to ensure that the in-cab sensor is free from dirt, dust and greasy substances and that it remains in position. A clean, lint-free cloth can be used to clean it. Please do not use cleaning substances (such as dash cleaners) to clean the system as they can damage the sensor. The system is not waterproof. Water from cleaning or from external sources such as leaving a window open may damage the system. Please contact your manager if there are any issues with the system such as a red light, damaged cables or if the in-cab sensor is not firmly affixed.
Testimonials
Mark McClendon - Royal Food Service
“Our people are our most important resource. Guardian has made our drivers safer every day by keeping them alert and free from distraction.”
Mike Mulligan - Qube
“No Qube truck fitted with Guardian has had a fatigue or distraction rollover incident.”
Darren Wood - Ron Finemore Transport
“Guardian has proven extremely reliable and accurate. We’ve been able to revise operational practice as risk mitigation. It continues to be a very valuable tool in our day-to-day business.”
Mike Lean - Wettenhalls
“I could not contemplate operating a heavy vehicle fleet today without Guardian.”