Cybersecurity and safety in the age of AI
About this Webinar
As AI adoption accelerates across safety-critical sectors, the risks of sophisticated system attacks increase. Understanding how AI and IT systems succeed—or fail—can make all the difference when it comes to protecting data, people, and operations.
In this forward-focused session, investigator Brian McKay (ICAM AU) joins host Sam Williams for a conversation on the real-world risks, challenges, and lessons emerging from the exponential growth of AI, which could be a hazard but also an ally for safety.
Drawing on experience from industries like energy and public utilities, Brian will explore how organisations can better anticipate AI-related risks, protect critical data, and respond effectively to incidents, without compromising operational performance.
Who will benefit
- WHS, Risk and Cyber Security professionals looking to bridge the safety-tech gap
- Executives and compliance leaders managing digital transformation
- Incident investigators and safety managers responsible for integrated systems
- Organisations working with sensitive data, AI systems, or operational tech
Key Talking Points
- Securing AI-Enhanced Safety Systems in a Connected World: Learn what WHS leaders need to know to protect digital safety systems and sensitive data, ensuring your operations remain resilient, compliant, and people-focused as technology evolves.
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AI as a New Hazard (and a New Control): AI can be both a tool and a threat. We’ll unpack how to identify, assess, and manage AI-related safety risks in your operations, before regulators tell you to.
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Protecting People by Protecting Data: Understand how data security is now a frontline safety issue. Learn what it means to secure the digital safety perimeter, especially when sensitive employee and incident data is at stake.
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What Today’s Investigations Are Revealing About Cyber and Safety: Drawing on real investigations, hear about emerging patterns in how digital systems contribute to incidents—and how WHS teams can strengthen both their tech and their thinking in response.
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Cyber Safety Culture: Building Awareness Without Panic: Hear strategies for training, culture-building, and engaging your workforce in cyber-aware WHS practices without overwhelming them.
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