XR Safety Training for Utility Workers A-Frame & iPad Solution

Empowering a major utility company's workforce with engaging, A-Frame powered hazard recognition and procedural training, delivered seamlessly via their LMS.

I partnered with a leading utility company to transform their electrical lineman safety training. The result? Eight cutting-edge 360° interactive video modules that immerse experienced linemen in realistic scenarios. Developed with A-Frame and optimized for iPads, this solution enhanced hazard recognition and procedural recall, seamlessly integrated into their existing Storyline courses and LearnUpon LMS.

General Information

Project Role

Developer and project manager

Downloads/Views

Implemented in the Southeast USA

Tech Stack

Aframe.js, Azure Services, HLS video, Storyline, LearnUpon

Client

Qworky Inc. for PIKE Electric

Publications

For Industry

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The Challenge: Elevating Safety Training for New Electrical Professionals

Traditional safety training methods weren't fully captivating experienced linemen. The client needed a solution to:

  • Boost engagement and knowledge retention for critical safety protocols.

  • Provide realistic, yet safe, exposure to hazardous situations.

  • Ensure consistent training delivery across a dispersed workforce.

  • Utilize embodied cognition to ensure safety protocols are rememebered.

The Solution: Immersive Learning via iPads over VR

Pageless Studios designed and developed a suite of eight bespoke 360° interactive training lessons for iPads the learners were already using. By leveraging A-Frame, we embedded dynamic, game-like interactions directly within high-resolution 360° video environments.

  • Realistic Scenarios: Filmed in actual work environments for maximum authenticity.

  • Interactive Elements: Moving beyond passive viewing to active participation.

  • Mobile-First Delivery: Optimized for iPads, ensuring accessibility and ease of use.

  • Seamless LMS Integration: Hosted on Azure, embedded via Storyline into LearnUpon for tracking and reporting.

Bringing Safety Training to Life: Interactive Features

Yellow and green circles overlaying hazards indicating student choice.
Hazard Recognition

Linemen actively identified dangers by clicking on elements within the 360° scene, receiving instant feedback on accuracy and potential consequences.

A grid of PPE equipment that can be dragged onto a lineman.
Interactive PPE Selection

A "Virtual PPE Configuration Simulator" challenged users to choose and apply the correct Personal Protective Equipment for specific tasks and voltage levels.

A set of steps that can be re-ordered by a user to identify the correct procedure.
Procedural Sequencing Quizzes

Complex tasks, like Lockout/Tagout, were taught by requiring users to drag-and-drop procedural steps into the correct order.

A graphic of a red caution sign indicating a dangerous moment during a pole change procedure.
Timed Hazard Warnings

Visual cues appeared before simulated hazardous events, training linemen to continuously scan and recognize precursor conditions.

A multiple choice question with four different answers presented in a modal overlaying 360 video.
In-Scene Knowledge Checks

Multiple-choice questions were presented as overlays within the 360° environment, reinforcing learning without breaking immersion.

A virtual tour arounda truck with a modal indicating engagement with learning content.
Guided Virtual Tours

Safe exploration of the vehicles used in the fleet to make sure proper protocols are followed before leaving the lot for job sites.