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    ‘AI presents opportunities, but not without risks’ is the key takeaway from British Safety Council’s 15th Annual Conference

    We know that AI is already reshaping workplaces, offering new ways to protect employees and presenting new risks driven by the rapid development and adoption of new technologies. That’s why workplace health, safety and wellbeing in an AI-enabled world was the focus of British Safety Council’s 15th Annual Conference, held virtually on 14 October 2025.

    By Matthew Winn, British Safety Council on 14 October 2025

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    An AI-enabled ‘zero-zero’ future

    In a relatively short time, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become synonymous with technological development, but development doesn’t inherently mean that the workers of the world will have a safer future.

    By Mike Robinson FCA, British Safety Council on 07 October 2025

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    HSE defends use of AI for protecting workers at AGM

    Artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on work practices was a significant feature of HSE’s AGM in which the regulator presented on its work and priorities.

    By Belinda Liversedge on 12 August 2025

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    Managing the risks of digitalised working

    AI-powered systems, digitalisation and automation offer great potential for improving efficiency and driving innovation at work and in society, but digitalised work practices also pose a significant threat to employee wellbeing.

    By David Sharp, International Workplace on 04 June 2025

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    The AI safety revolution: augmentation, not elimination

    Artificial Intelligence looks set to vastly reduce the amount of time and effort required to record, create and analyse occupational safety and ESG data, procedures and performance, while automatically providing insight into areas for improvement and areas of excellence.

    By Alex Nichol, Notify Technology on 16 June 2025

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    Can AI be trusted with worker safety?

    Artificial intelligence has the potential to significantly enhance the management of occupational safety by analysing vast amounts of both internal and external industry safety data. This data can be continuously updated, integrating lessons learned to support real-time improvements in worker safety.

    By Emma Bundy, Yokogawa RAP on 03 June 2025

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    Why quality data is essential when using AI for occupational safety and health management

    Artificial intelligence-powered models, systems and technology have the potential to significantly improve the management of occupational safety and health (OSH) risks, but it is vital that OSH practitioners understand the limitations and dangers of using AI to protect people at work.

    By Dr Bob Rajan-Sithamparanadarajah. Safety Groups UK (SGUK) on 01 April 2025

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    5 trends to watch in the safety sector in 2025

    Dräger’s annual Safety and Health at Work Report provides a useful insight and snapshot into the views of employees and managers on safety in UK workplaces. This year’s report suggests employers need to increase and refine their efforts in areas such as employee mental wellbeing, more structured safety training and greater use of digital and connected safety technology.

    By David Head, Draeger Safety UK on 19 March 2025

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    Navigating a changing world

    Human history has hung on a timeline of change and every generation has been asked to answer the same call, to adapt and evolve. From the printing press to the PC, change has continuously re-defined both the work we do and how we do it. Where the future differs from the past is the pace at which change will impact society.

    By Mike Robinson FCA, British Safety Council on 03 March 2025

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    AI wearable technology – the future of health and safety in the workplace

    Wearable technology powered by AI analysis and insights is increasingly being deployed to prevent problems like musculoskeletal injuries and forklift and pedestrian collisions. But it also helps employers target their safety training and safety measures where they are most needed.

    By Graham Sharp, Stanley on 04 December 2024

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