AI in Safety & Risk: What’s Real, What Matters -- Occupational Health & Safety

AI in Safety & Risk: What’s Real, What Matters

Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 2:00pm ET - 1:00pm CT - 11:00am PT

Artificial intelligence is moving fast but safety‑critical work can’t afford shortcuts.

Across EHS and contractor risk programs, leaders are under pressure to use AI to reduce manual work, speed reviews, and improve compliance outcomes — without introducing new risk. The challenge isn’t finding AI. It’s knowing what actually works, what can be trusted, and how to apply it responsibly in high‑risk environments.

In this live webinar, Avetta and Verdantix share a clear, practical perspective on AI across the “Ready to Work” ecosystem — from what’s delivering value today to how governance, context, and data quality shape outcomes tomorrow.

What you’ll learn
By the end of this session, you’ll understand:

Where AI is already delivering real results in safety and risk — moving beyond pilots to live use cases that speed reviews and reduce manual effort
Why workflow‑embedded AI matters in EHS, where understanding regulations, programs, and operational context is critical
What responsible AI looks like in safety‑critical environments, including trust, governance, and auditability requirements

If you’re responsible for protecting people while keeping work moving, this session will help you separate what’s real with AI in safety and risk from what just sounds promising.

About the Speakers:

John Steedman, Product & AI Strategy Leader, Avetta

As the Vice President of Product Management at Avetta, John brings a wealth of experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions. In his previous role within the procurement sector, he successfully spearheaded the delivery AI platforms that provided critical insights, automations, and strategic guidance directly within procurement applications. Throughout his career, he has managed large-scale product lifecycles and integration programs, consistently focusing on enhancing customer experience through advanced analytics and technology.

Nathan Goldstein, Industry Analyst, Verdantix

Nathan is a Senior Manager at Verdantix, specializing in EHS software and the convergence of sustainability, EHS and operational risk. He leads research that helps corporate decision-makers navigate evolving environmental regulations, digital innovation and sustainability mandates, empowering them to align EHS performance with broader business and ESG goals. His current research agenda focuses on how technology and compliance strategies are evolving to support sustainability outcomes across operations. Prior to joining Verdantix, Nathan was a Senior Analyst at Bluefield Research, where he covered the global water industry, with a focus on the energy, industrial and digital markets. He holds an MSc in Water: Science and Governance from King’s College London, a certificate in Sustainability and Innovation from Harvard University and a BSC in Marine Geology from Eckerd College.

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