OSHA Inspectors to Use AI-Driven Smart Glasses to Inspect Workplaces: What Employers Should Do to Protect Privacy Rights
A high-tech company just announced that it will expand its deployment of smart glasses equipped with cameras, sensors, and internet connectivity to even more federal safety inspectors in 2025 so they have ability for real-time documentation, augmented reality features, and instant communication with outside personnel. Although details of OSHA’s intended use of the Vuzix M400™ smart glasses are limited, the December 2 announcement raised eyebrows in the employer community. After all, the continuous use of cameras and recording features raises significant questions about whether their use might violate constitutional protections and even OSHA’s own policies concerning the use of recording devices during inspections and interviews. What do you need to know about this development and what steps can you take now to protect your organization and your employees? What are Smart Glasses? Smart glasses are wearable devices equipped with cameras that can record video and audio, take p...