Conference overview
This conference will explore how emerging technologies, such as AI, data-driven tools, and wearable solutions, are reshaping MSD prevention. The conference aims to provide a balanced perspective, highlighting both the opportunities and the real-world challenges organizations face when adopting these technologies.
CRE-MSD is proud to partner with the MSD Solutions Lab of the National Safety Council to bring you this year’s conference. This is a hybrid event, with all speakers presenting in person at the conference venue.
Program
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:30 - 9:00 | Registration and Breakfast |
| 9:00 - 9:20 |
Welcome and Scope of the Conference |
| 9:20 - 10:15 | From Pixels to Programs to MSD Prevention Dr. Steven Fischer, Associate Director, CRE-MSD |
| 10:15 - 10:30 | Break Networking and Exhibitor Interactions |
| 10:30 - 11:15 | From Pilot to Enterprise: Scaling AI-Powered Ergonomics Nicole Ervin, Director, Industrial Engineering & Ergonomics, GE Appliances |
| 11:15 - 12:00 | Start with the Problem, Not the Technology: A Systems Approach to MSD Prevention Ryan Porto, Technical Specialist, Global Manufacturing and Ergonomics, General Motors |
| 12:00 - 12:15 | Ergonomics Case Study Competition Awards |
| 12:15 - 1:15 | Lunch Networking and Exhibitor Interactions |
| 1:15 - 3:05 |
Panel Discussion & Workshop – How to Investigate and Invest in Technology for Your Workplace Panelists: |
| 3:05 - 3:20 | Break Networking and Exhibitor Interactions |
| 3:20 - 4:20 | Panel Discussion & Workshop (cont’d) & Reflections |
| 4:20 - 4:30 | Closing Dr. Jack Callaghan, Director, CRE-MSD |
Location
Holiday Inn Burlington Conference Centre
3063 South Service Road
Burlington, ON
L7N3E9
Speaker profiles
Resources
Resources from the conference will be posted here in the near future.
Disclaimer: CRE-MSD receives funding through a grant provided by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD). The views expressed are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect those of the Centre nor of the Province of Ontario.