The SafetyTech Network Podcast | Episode 1:  Ben Legg (Digital Realty)

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The SafetyTech Network Podcast | Episode 1: Ben Legg (Digital Realty)

Posted on 03 August 2026

In the first episode of the SafetyTech Network Podcast, James Irwin, Director at Irwin and Colton, is joined by Ben Legg, Executive Director of Health, Safety & Environment at Digital Realty, to discuss how technology is reshaping workplace safety.

Drawing on experience from major global infrastructure and data centre projects, Ben shares practical insights on reducing friction through technology, using AI to support safer work, and avoiding the common pitfalls of safety technology implementation.

The conversation explores:

  1. How AI can simplify safety processes and reduce administrative burden

  2. Why organisations should focus on creating "safe work" rather than simply "doing safety"

  3. The importance of understanding business problems before investing in technology

  4. Lessons from implementing safety technology at scale

  5. Emerging trends that could shape the future of health and safety over the next decade

The SafetyTech Network Podcast brings together leaders, practitioners and innovators to share ideas, experiences and practical insights from across the safety technology landscape.

To find out more about the SafetyTech Network, click here

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