A May 2025 report from the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) explores the growing use of AI in industrial environments and its implications for workplace health and safety.
The report highlights benefits such as drone-based inspections, predictive analytics, and generative AI-driven risk assessments that improve operational efficiency and hazard detection. However, it also warns of significant risks, including over-reliance on automated systems, lack of human oversight, and algorithmic bias that could compromise worker safety. The HSE urges organizations to adopt a balanced, risk-aware approach to AI deployment, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accountability, and continuous human involvement.
