Discussion Papers on Labour Shortages and AI Impact on OSH
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EU-OSHA has published two discussion papers under its Future of Work project examining near-term implications for occupational safety and health. The first paper addresses how increasing labour shortages in Europe may create OSH pressures and outlines policy responses, while the second analyses the practical application of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act to smart OSH systems including wearables, robots, and exoskeletons.
“Two new discussion papers from our Future of Work project examine how emerging trends may shape occupational safety and health (OSH) in the near future.”
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EU-OSHA announced two discussion papers published under its Future of Work project. The first paper examines how labour shortages across Europe generate pressures on occupational safety and health systems, identifying key policy and strategic considerations for addressing these challenges. The second paper specifically addresses the EU Artificial Intelligence Act's application to smart systems that support worker health and safety, covering wearable devices, robotic systems, and exoskeletons.
Employers, OSH professionals, and policymakers should monitor these discussion papers as they signal EU-OSHA's regulatory priorities regarding workforce challenges and emerging AI technologies in workplace safety contexts. Technology companies developing AI-driven occupational safety products should review the AI Act implications paper to understand forthcoming compliance considerations for OSH systems.
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23/04/2026
The future of work: new insights on labour shortages and artificial intelligence
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Two new discussion papers from our Future of Work project examine how emerging trends may shape occupational safety and health (OSH) in the near future.
The first paper explores the pressures that labour shortages can create for OSH and includes policies and strategies aimed at addressing the issue.
The second looks at the practical application of the AI Act and its implications for smart systems supporting OSH, such as wearables, robots and exoskeletons.
Get a clearer picture of how these shifting dynamics could impact your work environment:
- Increasing labour shortages in Europe – key considerations for occupational safety and health policy and practices
- Enhancing worker health and safety through AI-driven systems: implications of the Artificial Intelligence Act Learn more about digitalisation and EU-OSHA’s work on the topic
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