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As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a greater part of our professional lives, what does a public risk manager need to know to make the best decisions on how and when to utilize AI tools in the workplace? This webinar will look at ways to make AI work for you and your staff. We will also discuss the risk associated with utilizing AI tools, and how to identify the "sweet spot" where AI and human interaction work in tandem for maximum efficiencies and results. Finally, we will discuss ways to measure effectiveness and value of AI platforms.

Attendee Takeaways:

1. Better understanding of how AI usage has revolutionized the public risk sector
2. Discussion of some of the AI tools that are of value to the public risk sector
3. Considerations (pros and cons) when introducing AI tools into the workplace
4. Ways to measure value/ROI of AI tools

How do you relate to co-workers with varying work environments and operations? How do you lead to infuse a culture of safety and trust? Do your employees view you and your safety experts as the “safety police” looking to bust bad actors? This webinar will present methods to develop relationships to enhance a culture of safety across your organization to foster employee engagement and trust while also preventing and mitigating employee injuries.

Attendee Takeaways:

1. Understand the value and opportunity in leading with a culture of safety
2. Identify the benefits of taking the show on the road to engage employees in their work environments
3. Identify the benefits of taking the show on the road to engage employees in their work environments
4. Understand how to be a resource to your organization, developing trust that benefits colleagues’ wellbeing and creates significant savings for your workers’ compensation program

Creating stronger human connections and community engagement are essential elements of the law enforcement profession. This webinar will discuss how current law enforcement training philosophies may contribute to a warrior mentality. The warrior mentality can prevent efforts to improve public perceptions of police legitimacy.

Attendee Takeaways:

1. Current state of law enforcement training
2. Understanding the importance of police legitimacy
3. What can be done to mitigate the warrior mindset

What are the common barriers on websites and electronic documents that discourage (and sometimes stop) people with disabilities from accessing information or completing an online task? Two members of the University of
Washington’s Accessible Design and Innovative Inclusion team will share what they have learned from years of
providing accessibility reviews for private businesses and state and local governments. The discussion will focus on general guidance to improve web and digital experiences for end-users, rather than how to code a website
for accessibility.

ATTENDEE TAKEAWAYS:

1. Give 3 examples of issues that can impede access and usability of websites and digital products

2. Briefly describe the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title II of the ADA and how website and digital access fits into the ADA

3. Give 3 national resources that can assist state and local government agencies to learn more about their ADA  responsibilities, including website and digital access requirements and guidance.

This webinar is designed to assist with the process of developing action plans for workplace violence and active shooter incidents. OSHA/PEOSH requires public entities to prepare for known hazards. Workplace violence is a known hazard, the loss of life, the number of serious injuries and the mental health tragedies that are caused by these incidents are reasonably foreseeable. Planning and preparation are key elements to mitigating these types of risks.