Revolutionizing Health and Safety: The Role of AI and Digitalization at Work

Excerpt:  “Digitalization and automation are transforming millions of jobs worldwide, creating powerful opportunities to enhance occupational safety and health. Automation and smart monitoring systems can reduce hazardous exposures, prevent injuries and improve overall working conditions. However, these advances also bring new potential risks that require proactive and adaptive policy responses. … The report examines global, regional, and national policies that govern OSH in digitalized workplaces, highlighting regulatory gaps and policy responses. It also discusses risk assessment, worker participation and preventive strategies for integrating digital tools safely and effectively at the workplace level.”