Recent advancements in AI are already changing the way safety professionals protect their workers. But as the technology continues to evolve, the effect AI has on workplace safety will likely only intensify, as a new norm begins to take shape. In this episode, R. Mukund, founder and CEO of Benchmark Gensuite, joins the OH&S SafetyPod to discuss how AI is enhancing safety measures across industries, how this technology plays into compliance issues and what the future might hold for AI’s role in workplace safety.

When it comes to workplace safety, standards compliance only gets you so far. Bartholomew Jay from the NFPA joins the podcast to delve into the critical nature of safety training beyond basic compliance to prevent injuries and operational disruptions. Jae discusses the dynamic nature of safety codes and the importance of staying current with emerging safety trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance workplace safety and operational continuity. This episode is particularly valuable for those looking to deepen their understanding of how proactive safety training contributes to not just safety, but overall business resilience.

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After ten years of accident-free operation at Leeco Steel's Houston facility, Chad Schuh and Ben Kincheloe — Leeco's VP of operations and director of Safety, respectively — join the OH&S SafetyPod to discuss the company's approach to safety culture, what strategies Leeco put in place to achieve a decade without incident at its Houston location and what other companies looking to emulate Leeco’s milestone can do to mitigate worker risk without sacrificing company-wide productivity.

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