The Impact of Technology on Workplace Safety

15/05/2023 1h 13min Episodio 62
The Impact of Technology on Workplace Safety

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In this episode, Mary Conquest speaks with Cameron Stevens, a technologist and a Chartered Health and Safety professional who’s worked in the OHS profession for over 15 years developing expertise in transforming organizations with his unique approach.Cameron works at the intersection of technology and safety, and in this fascinating discussion, he helps EHS professionals understand how safety tech will impact their roles.After reflecting on current perceptions about technology, Cameron explains why Safety professionals are perfectly placed to be the concierges who help bridge the gap between tech specialists and frontline workers.He discusses the opportunities AI offers the profession but also explores the current limitations and ethics of safety data and why some safety professionals may be reluctant to adopt new tech.Cameron’s interview is a call to action for EHS practitioners to develop an innovation mindset and be curious about the benefits of adopting new tech.Find out more about Cameron’s work:https://hseq-academy.com/pocketknife-group/Cameron Stevens on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronmstevensAdditional resources recommended by Cameron:The Fourth Industrial Revolution: Klaus SchwabDeep Tech: Demystifying the Breakthrough Technologies That Will Revolutionize Everything (Audio Download): Eric Redmond, Patrick O’ConnellInternational Labour OrganizationAbout Work to Zero - National Safety CouncilCameron Stevens on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronmstevensSafety Labs is created by Slice, the only safety knife on the market with a finger-friendly® blade. Find us at www.sliceproducts.comIf you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]