EHS on Tap E282: Focusing on Workplace Safety in High-Risk Industries
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Feb 10, 2026 Michael Bruns, CEO of Novara and a 25-year software veteran who led KPA and built safety tech, joins to discuss workplace safety in high-risk industries. He explains why Novara split from KPA and the challenges of that separation. They cover Novara’s mobile-first Flex product, AI features for risk prioritization, and how to get frontline workers to adopt safety technology.
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Focus Enables Specialization
- Novara split from KPA to focus on distinct high-risk markets like construction, manufacturing, and energy.
- The separation lets each company invest intentionally and specialize for clearer customer focus.
Prioritize Mobile, Configurable Tools
- Design safety software to be mobile-first and highly configurable to match real operational processes.
- Make tools easy to use so frontline workers participate without adding administrative burden.
From Reactive To Proactive Safety
- Safety is shifting from reactive compliance to proactive risk management using leading indicators.
- Modern programs use data to identify risks before incidents and reduce downtime and disruptions.