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@article{sabir_personalized_2025,

title = {Personalized construction safety training system using conversational AI in virtual reality},

author = {A. Sabir and R. Hussain and A. Pedro and C. Park},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-105002741042&doi=10.1016%2fj.autcon.2025.106207&partnerID=40&md5=376284339bf10fd5d799cc56c6643d36},

doi = {10.1016/j.autcon.2025.106207},

issn = {09265805 (ISSN)},

year  = {2025},

date = {2025-01-01},

journal = {Automation in Construction},

volume = {175},

abstract = {Training workers in safety protocols is crucial for mitigating job site hazards, yet traditional methods often fall short. This paper explores integrating virtual reality (VR) and large language models (LLMs) into iSafeTrainer, an AI-powered safety training system. The system allows trainees to engage with trade-specific content tailored to their expertise level in a third-person perspective in a non-immersive desktop virtual environment, eliminating the need for head-mounted displays. An experimental study evaluated the system through qualitative, survey-based assessments, focusing on user satisfaction, experience, engagement, guidance, and confidence. Results showed high satisfaction rates (>85 %) among novice users, with improved safety knowledge. Expert users suggested advanced scenarios, highlighting the system's potential for expansion. The modular architecture supports customization across various construction settings, ensuring adaptability for future improvements. © 2024},

keywords = {Construction safety, Construction safety training, Conversational AI, Digital elevation model, Helmet mounted displays, Language Model, Large language model, large language models, Personalized safety training, Personnel training, Safety training, Training Systems, Virtual environments, Virtual Reality, Workers'},

pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}