Respondents linked unchecked AI output to incorrect filings, missed deadlines and failed audits, and teams that put sensitive data into personal AI tools reported problems far more often.

The companies face $648,094 in proposed fines, and three were cited for willful violations, meaning OSHA believes they knowingly ignored excavation safety rules.

Safety professionals are using AI for incident analysis, training and reporting, but limited investment, data quality and organizational challenges remain barriers to broader adoption.