Occupational Safety: The Use of Virtual Reality in Professional and Technological Education
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v8i19.2557Keywords:
Virtual Reality, Vocational and Technological Education, Occupational SafetyAbstract
Virtual Reality (VR) has the potential to create innovative educational environments, such as the simulation of work situations that may be dangerous. The use of VR equipment intechnical schools can enhance learning in Occupational Safety, allowing students to practice selecting and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a virtual environment. Utilizing Unreal Engine and tools like Blender and GIMP, the project aims to create a virtual locker room where students interact with PPE, choosing the appropriate ones for different tasks. The goal is to reinforce the habit of using PPE, integrating theoretical knowledge with virtual practice. Moreover, the use of VR in educational settings can increase student motivation and knowledge retention by simulating real situations without the associated risks. This project serves as an initial step to investigate the feasibility of using virtual reality and developing a more comprehensive and sophisticated virtual learning environment.
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