New research from Flinders University emphasizes the importance of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into workplace safety without compromising worker welfare. Associate Professor Andreas Cebulla warns that Australia’s current AI regulations lack the necessary frameworks to mitigate emerging risks related to employee autonomy and well-being. While AI offers operational efficiencies in functions like data entry and fraud detection, it also poses risks like algorithmic management and digital incivility. Cebulla advocates for a framework that views workers as co-designers of AI integration, emphasizing job crafting and participatory oversight. This approach not only aligns organizational goals with worker values but also addresses relational risks often overlooked in policies. The article, “AI and workplace relations: A WHS framework for managing relational risks in workplaces,” highlights the need for governance that considers the social implications of AI technologies. For further insights, the research can be found in the Journal of Industrial Relations (DOI: 10.1177/00221856251392987).
