Artificial Intelligence in advancing the Occupational Health and Safety: An encapsulation of developments

Abstract

Objectives: In an era characterized by dynamic technological advancements, the well-being of the workforce remains a cornerstone of progress and sustainability. Evolving industrial landscape in modern world have had a considerable influence on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). Ensuring the wellbeing of workers and creating safe working environments are not only ethical imperatives but also integral to maintaining operational efficiency and productivity. We aim to review the advancements that have taken place with a potential to reshape workplace safety with integration of AI-driven new technologies to prevent occupational diseases and safety solutions. Methods: The published literature was identified using scientific databases of Embase, PubMed and Google scholar including a time lower bound as 1974 to capture chronological advances in occupational disease detection and technological solution employed in industrial setups. Results: AI-driven technologies are revolutionizing how organizations approach health and safety, offering predictive insights, real-time monitoring, and risk mitigation strategies that not only minimize accidents and hazards but also pave the way for a more proactive and responsive approach to safeguarding the workforce. Conclusion: As industries embrace the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new frontier of possibilities emerges for enhancing workplace safety. This synergy between OHS and AI marks a pivotal moment in the quest for safer, healthier, and more sustainable workplaces.