About this episode

Dr. Bart Eltz discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on the occupational safety profession and how safety educators are preparing students for an AI-driven future.

In this episode of the SafetyPod, Columbia Southern University Faculty Lead Dr. Bart Eltz joins OH&S editor David Kopf to discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the occupational safety profession. Eltz explores emerging applications for AI in safety management, risk assessment, and program development while emphasizing the continued importance of foundational safety knowledge, critical thinking, and professional judgment. The conversation also examines how safety educators are teaching students to use AI responsibly and what safety professionals can do today to prepare for an increasingly AI-driven future. Sponsored By Columbia Southern University: For more than 30 years, Columbia Southern University has been a leader in occupational safety and health education. Taught by experienced safety experts, CSU's bachelor's and master's degree programs in occupational safety and health are recognized by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals as Graduate Safety Practitioner® Qualified Academic Programs. Visit ColumbiaSouthern.edu/OHS to learn more.

People in this episode

Host: David Kopf

Guest: Dr. Bart Eltz

Topics covered

• artificial intelligence
• occupational safety
• safety management
• risk assessment
• education

Keywords

• AI
• safety professionals
• risk assessment
• safety management
• education

Sponsors

Columbia Southern University

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