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Trailblazer Talks: the future world of work

Aug 13, 2024
Join James Pomeroy, a futurist in the world of work, and Bridget Leathley, an expert on workforce dynamics, as they explore the evolving landscape of occupational safety and health. They discuss the impact of technology and the gig economy, highlighting challenges like workforce retention and the urgent need for upskilling. The conversation also delves into the ethical dilemmas of remote work, the tragic outcomes of unsafe conditions, and the essential skills OSH professionals must cultivate in this changing environment.
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Quick takeaways

  • The future of work trends, such as gig economy jobs, require companies to rethink their health and safety management strategies to ensure worker safety.
  • As climate change introduces new risks, organizations must adapt their health and safety protocols to address increased hazards like extreme weather and air quality deterioration.

Deep dives

The Impact of Technology on Work Safety

The discussion highlights the changing landscape of work influenced by the rapid advancement of technology. There is a perspective that the impact of technology is often overstated in the short term, but underestimated in the long term, with examples from the evolution of natural language processing illustrating this trend. The introduction of various tech advancements like AI and computer vision suggests a paradigm shift in health and safety practices, providing new tools for identifying hazards and establishing controls. As the nature of work evolves, especially with the increase of gig economy jobs and portfolio careers, companies will need to adapt their health and safety management strategies accordingly.

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