AI and Risk: How Highwire is Changing Construction Safety
March 19, 2025
In this new, limited series of Risk Management: Brick by Brick, Jason Reichl sits down with Dave Tibbets, Chief Safety Officer at Highwire, for Episode 4 of ‘The Power of AI in Risk.’ Dave shares his journey from environmental science to becoming a leader in construction safety, offering insights into how Highwire empowers asset owners and general contractors to move beyond traditional risk transfer into a proactive, technology-driven approach.
In this new, limited series of Risk Management: Brick by Brick, Jason Reichl sits down with Dave Tibbets, Chief Safety Officer at Highwire, for Episode 4 of ‘The Power of AI in Risk.’ Dave shares his journey from environmental science to becoming a leader in construction safety, offering insights into how Highwire empowers asset owners and general contractors to move beyond traditional risk transfer into a proactive, technology-driven approach.
Learn how continuous monitoring, data-driven insights, and AI are transforming the construction industry’s ability to predict, mitigate, and manage risks effectively.
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Podcast Host: Jason Reichl
Executive Producer: Don Halliwell
Episode Highlights:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 02:50 - What it Really Meant to Manage Risk
- 9:00 - The Importance of Continuous Engagement
- 15:50 - Creating a Culture of Reporting
- 21:51 - The Role of Technology in Risk Management
- 29:20 - The Future of Insurance in Construction
- 32:50 - Encouraging New Talent in the Industry
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Previous guests include: Seth Hausman of Kraus-Anderson Insurance, Matthew Meyer of The Horton Group, Diana Rich of Foundation Building Materials, Christy McHenry of Suffolk Construction, Mark Rieder of NFP, and Cory Mangum of Primoris Services Corporation.
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Previous guests include: Seth Hausman of Kraus-Anderson Insurance, Matthew Meyer of The Horton Group, Diana Rich of Foundation Building Materials, Christy McHenry of Suffolk Construction, Mark Rieder of NFP, and Cory Mangum of Primoris Services Corporation.
Check out the three most downloaded episodes:
- Managing Your Risk Portfolio with Seth Hausman
- Focusing on Specialization with Matthew Meyer
- Risk Management is Everywhere with Diana Rich
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