The Future of Ergonomics with Kristianne Egbert
Download MP3Can artificial intelligence make workplaces safer? And what happens when the technology gets it wrong?
In recognition of National Ergonomics Month, Problem Solved welcomes Kristianne Egbert, a certified professional ergonomist with 25 years of experience helping organizations design safer, more effective workplaces.
From motion capture and computer vision to AI-powered risk assessments, technology is transforming how ergonomists identify workplace hazards. Kristianne explains how tools that once required painstaking manual measurements can now analyze movements in seconds and why human expertise remains essential.
In this episode:
- How motion capture and AI are changing ergonomic risk assessments
- Why even sophisticated AI tools can make costly mistakes
- The importance of human judgment and professional expertise
- Designing equipment and workstations with ergonomics in mind
- Why involving employees leads to better workplace solutions
- Career pathways and professional development in ergonomics
Whether you're an industrial engineer, safety professional, ergonomist, or simply curious about the future of work, this episode offers a look at the intersection of technology, engineering, and human-centered design.
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