How to Successfully Adopt Safety Technology at Scale

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When I first started on safety, tools meant clipboards, boots on the ground, and a healthy dose of intuition. That kind of experience still matters—it always will—but we’re living in an era where safety programs need more: faster feedback loops, data that’s instant and visible, and a mindset that welcomes evolution.

Tech That Empowers, Not 'Replaces'

Here’s how we think about it at Premise One: safety tech isn’t just software—it’s a support system. We’ve connected apps and built dashboards that update in real time, mobile apps crew members can trust (and actually use), and reporting tools integrated straight into our workflows and shown in committee meetings.

So, when someone logs a near miss, completes an inspection, or hits a training milestone, it shows up immediately. This isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about giving teams the visibility they need to act, level by level.

People First, Always

But here’s the kicker—technology only helps if the people using it feel ownership. That’s why our Safety Committee isn’t just a checkbox; it’s run by field techs, engineers, managers, and office staff. These folks test new tools, tune features, and recommend what gets rolled out—and when.

They’re not passive users. They’re our guideposts for whether a tool makes sense in the field, or how we should explain it so everyone can benefit.

Managing Gray-Area Risk

One fact that’s stayed with me: risk isn’t always black or white. To manage that, we lean on an ISO 45001-inspired method—5×5 risk mapping. It’s visual: green zones are usually okay, yellow means caution, and red? We pause and act fast.

That map helps us—and our clients—decide. This isn’t to shut things down. It’s to give us the language and structure to say, “Let’s address this,” or “We’re good to proceed,” with transparency.

Open Communication is Critical

We don’t believe in hiding safety data. We believe in sharing it. Whether it’s a dashboard you can log into, regular catch-ups, or collaborative workshops, we want you seeing exactly what we see.

That builds trust. And trust—it’s not built by silence. It’s built by partnership.

Let’s Talk Evolution

If you’re curious about steering your safety program with tech, grounded processes, and team empowerment, we’d love to help. At Premise One, we’re proud of the system we’ve built—but even more proud of the people using it.

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About the Author

Jacob Buckner is the Compliance & Safety Officer at Premise One, where he leads the company’s employee-driven safety culture. With over two decades of experience in safety leadership and risk management, Jacob champions the use of real-time data, mobile tools, and ISO 45001 principles to drive smarter decision-making on job sites. He is a firm believer that safety is a shared responsibility—and that the best solutions come from empowering teams and partnering closely with clients.