OverWatch (Secondary Guarding)

Overview

The EQSS OverWatch offers innovative secondary guarding for Scissor Lift EWPs. It detects operator position and movement relative to the EWP’s direction using LIDAR and Inertial Measurement. It’s the market’s first usable, robust, and cost-effective solution for Scissor Lifts.

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OverWatch Features and Functions

  • AI-driven software for crush detection and adaptive sensor fusion for precision.
  • Real-time tracking of operator and EWP.
  • Internal web page accessibility via Wi-Fi, audio output commands, and multicolour LED notifications.
  • Simple aftermarket integration and installation.
  • Expandable hardware architecture for custom OEM control.
  • Small, robust, non-intrusive external sensor.
  • Voice notification of movement direction and Duck Through Doorway (DTD) Detection.
  • Measurement of individual operator on dead man trigger.
  • Real-time data logging, and event playback of 8000+ samples.
  • High-density, UV-resistant ABS construction.
  • Rapid installation for OEM-supported models.
  • Automatic calibration, diagnostics, and self-testing with functional safety architecture.
  • OverWatch Training


    Operator Familiarisation Guides

    EQSS OverWatch Quick Start Guide

    EQSS Operator Briefing

    EQSS Toolbox Talk

    EQSS Verification of Competency

    User Manual

    OverWatch User Manual

    OverWatch Videos


    OverWatch Manuals

    Applying the latest firmware update


    Before applying the update, ensure the following:

    • Follow all steps in this procedure, exactly as written and in the correct order, if this procedure is not followed the update will not be successful. Do not modify or deviate from this procedure and ensure the update is completed while remaining next to the machine.
    • Use a personal phone rather than a corporate phone. The update process requires solid 2-way communication between the web browser and the OverWatch ECU over WiFi. A corporate phone or tablet runs security software that will interfere with the update process.
    • If you are using an iPhone, use the Safari web browser.
    • If you are using an Android phone, use the Firefox web browser. Firefox is available for Android on the Google Play Store.
    • Make sure there are no other applications running except the web browser.
    • Make sure there are no other tabs open in the web browser.
    On your device
    1. Open the following link in a new tab: OverWatch Release 8
    2. Wait until this page has loaded:
    3. On your device, switch off mobile data (disconnect your device from the internet).
    On the MEWP
    1. Stand in front of the control box as though you are about to drive the MEWP. The sensor expects to see you at arms length.
    2. Power on the MEWP.
    3. Enable Wi-Fi Connection:
      The system’s Wi-Fi module is disabled by default. In order to enable Wi-Fi, the user must turn the machine on and allow the OverWatch to begin boot-up until the green light is visible. Within 10 seconds of power up (as the chime starts to play), place the palm of your hand on the edge of the sensor then swipe your thumb top to bottom, bottom to top, over the sensor, covering and uncovering it completely. The LED will blink in acknowledgement every time the sensor is covered then uncovered. Do this 3-5 times until you hear “Wifi On” being announced. Upon the OverWatch announcing “Wi-Fi On”, the user can access the web page by connecting to the module’s web server, using its SSID and generic WiFi password (12345678).
    Back to your device
    1. Ensure mobile data is switched off.
    2. Ensure any VPN software you have installed is disabled.
    3. On your device connect to the WiFi access point provided by the OverWatch.
      WiFi SSID: OverWatch_6253E_XXXX_XXXX
      WiFi Password: 12345678
    4. Go back to the “OverWatch Update” tab you opened in the beginning.
    5. Click on the “Continue” button and follow the on screen prompts.
    6. Depending on the firmware version you are upgrading from, the following page may appear. Follow these instructions.
    7. When the process is complete, a message will appear saying that the firmware update will take effect the next time the OverWatch is switched on.
    8. Power off the MEWP.
    9. Run the System Test. Running the System Test is required to resume normal operation. This verifies that the OverWatch ECU is receiving the correct signals it requires to perform its safety functions.
    Select MEWP & Run System Test
    1. Stand in front of the control box as though you are about to drive the MEWP. The sensor expects to see you at arms length.
    2. Power on the MEWP.
    3. As the OverWatch start up chime plays, put the Overwatch system into WiFi mode.
    4. Enable Wi-Fi Connection:
      The system’s Wi-Fi module is disabled by default. In order to enable Wi-Fi, the user must turn the machine on and allow the OverWatch to begin boot-up until the green light is visible. Within 10 seconds of power up (as the chime starts to play), place the palm of your hand on the edge of the sensor then swipe your thumb top to bottom, bottom to top, over the sensor, covering and uncovering it completely. The LED will blink in acknowledgement every time the sensor is covered then uncovered. Do this 3-5 times until you hear “Wifi On” being announced. Upon the OverWatch announcing “Wi-Fi On”, the user can access the web page by connecting to the module’s web server, using its SSID and generic WiFi password (12345678).
    5. Connect to the WiFi access point provided by the OverWatch as before.
    6. In your web browser, close all other tabs and enter the following URL: 192.168.4.1
    7. The following menu page appears:
    8. In the menu that appears, select “Setup”
    9. The following page appears:
    10. Select your MEWP model from the dropdown menu.
    11. Click “Set” then click “Proceed to test”
    12. Follow the on screen prompts and manipulate the controls in the manner instructed to proceed through the system test.
    13. If the test fails, retry the test, paying close attention to the instructions.

    Approvals


    CPB Secondary Guarding Notification

    Genie Scissor Lifts V2

    Haulotte Scissor Lifts

    JLG Scissor Lifts (AU/NZ)

    JLG Scissor Lifts (Europe/UK)

    Skyjack Scissor Lifts

    JCB Scissor Lifts

    Dingli Scissor Lifts

    Snorkel Scissor Lifts

    Swift Scissor Lifts

    LGMG Scissor Lifts

    Zoomlion Scissor Lifts

    Sinoboom Scissor Lifts

    UKCA Declaration of Conformity

    CE Declaration of Conformity

    EQSS Compliance Statement

     

    Inspection


    DO001600 OverWatch Service Bulletin

    DO001552 OverWatch Pre-hire Inspection Checklist 

    DO001553 OverWatch 3 Month Maintance Checklist