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Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters
cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture, fixing pieces of glass together using soldering or fusing techniques and installing pre-assembled metal or wood frameworks for windows or doors for glass panel fitting using hand tools. If that's your week, this page is about your job.
The honest answer
AI changes the edges of this job, not the middle: cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture is work software can't reach.
What shifts is selecting the type or colour of glass or mirror according to specifications: the overhead at the edges, not the middle you trained for.
Your week, as this page understands it
Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters make and install pre-glazed wooden, metal or PVC framework, and cut, fit and set glass in windows, doors, shop fronts, and other structural frames. The job title says “glaziers”, “window fabricators” or “fitters”: officially one job, several names. The real job is the part underneath: cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture. That is the thing someone has to be right about.
The exposed part of this job is specific, and we won’t pretend it is coming back. But glaziers, window fabricators and fitters is not one task. It is 82 scored ones, and they are nowhere near equally exposed. The most durable of them, on this evidence, is cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture, and the ledger below shows exactly why.
Where the work sits, by task weight
- shifting to AI
- 6%
- changing shape
- 3%
- staying human
- 91%
These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.
Whole-job exposure score 7 out of 100 (6–12 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, across 82 scored tasks. The number is the support for the sentence above it, not a headline about anyone’s future.
How we know this
What is measured: Every published task statement for glaziers, window fabricators and fitters is rated on five dimensions: can a model produce the output, does the work need a body in a room, does it need a legally accountable person, does it depend on a person being trusted in the moment, and how much data exists. A published formula turns those five ratings into the score; the model never writes the number.
How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.
Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.
Your job, task by task
These are the official task statements for this occupation, in plain English, sorted by what the evidence says is happening to each one. The official wording sits under every line so you can check the rewrite against it.
Shifting to AI
6 tasksTasks today’s tools can already do most of. This is the part we will not soften: where these rows are the bulk of your week, the week changes.
Selecting the type or colour of glass or mirror according to specifications
This is reading one thing and writing another: the type in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Select the type or colour of glass or mirror according to specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (62–76 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Matching glass to a written specification is a lookup task, though the stock is picked in the workshop.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Choosing appropriate glass types for specific construction projects
This is reading one thing and writing another: appropriate glass types in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 5317/01Source: “Choose appropriate glass types for specific construction projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Glass types are set out in published product data and building rules, so software can recommend the right choice.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Determining types and quantities of glass required to manufacture products
This is reading one thing and writing another: types in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 5317/01Source: “Determine types and quantities of glass required to manufacture products.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Working out glass types and quantities from drawings is a calculation software handles well, with checks for odd shapes.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Completing documentation on worksheets for window fabrication
This is reading one thing and writing another: documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 5317/02Source: “Complete documentation on worksheets for window fabrication.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (65–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Filling in job worksheets is routine record-keeping that software does accurately.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Changing shape
2 tasksTasks where the machine takes the producing and a person keeps the checking, the deciding, or the answering-for-it. For most jobs this is the biggest group, and it is where "transformation, not termination" is literally visible.
Reading specifications or blueprints to determine the locations
The software now makes the first pass at specifications, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Read specifications or blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, or sizes of materials required.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading drawings to work out material sizes and quantities is information work, though it happens alongside the job itself.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying and confirming fabrication requirements against work instructions/specifications
The software now makes the first pass at fabrication requirements against work instructions/specifications, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 5317/02Source: “Identify and confirm fabrication requirements against work instructions/specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading work instructions and specifications to confirm requirements is document work software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Staying human
74 tasksTasks that stay with a person, because they happen in the physical world, because the rules need someone accountable, or because the value is that a specific person does them.
Cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture
This work happens in the physical world: glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Cut and fit glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Cutting and fitting glass is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Assembling and fitting metal-framed glass enclosures for various structures
This work happens in the physical world: metal-framed glass enclosures, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Assemble and fit metal-framed glass enclosures for various structures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Assembling and fitting an enclosure is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Fastening glass panes into wood sashes or frames with clips
This work happens in the physical world: glass panes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Fasten glass panes into wood sashes or frames with clips, points, or mouldings, and add weather seals or putty to seal joints.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fixing panes into frames means handling glass and tools.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Removing and replacing damaged glass
This work happens in the physical world: damaged glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Remove and replace damaged glass.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Taking out broken glass and fitting new is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
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Completing environmental records documentation for window fabrication
shifting to AIThis is reading one thing and writing another: environmental records documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 55 · 5317/02Source: “Complete environmental records documentation for window fabrication.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (74–88 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Environmental records follow published rules and existing data, so software can produce them for someone to sign.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Completing quality records documentation to ensure product quality
shifting to AIThis is reading one thing and writing another: quality records documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 5317/02Source: “Complete quality records documentation to ensure product quality.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 61 out of 100 (54–68 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Quality records follow a set format, so software can complete them, with a person accountable for the product.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting the appropriate work plan for the job
staying humanThe ratings behind this row put the appropriate work plan well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 5317/03Source: “Interpret the appropriate work plan for the job, considering factors like building age, listed status, and accessibility.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 33 out of 100 (26–40 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Rules on older and listed buildings are published, so software can draft the approach, though consent decisions rest with the council.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Designing decorative pieces, windows, mirrors and sculptures
staying humanThe ratings behind this row put decorative pieces, windows, mirrors and sculptures well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 70 · 5317/01Source: “Design decorative pieces such as windows, mirrors, and sculptures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 32 out of 100 (25–39 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Software can generate design ideas, but decorative glass depends on craft judgement and making the piece.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Complying with Health and Safety
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: health, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 5317/03Source: “Comply with Health and Safety, and environmental requirements, reporting any non-compliances promptly.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 29 out of 100 (22–36 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Spotting a problem needs someone on site, though writing it up and reporting it is easy to automate.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting and implementing plans and designs
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: plans, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/02Source: “Interpret and implement plans and designs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 19 out of 100 (12–26 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Reading the plans is easy for software, but carrying them out is hands-on building work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Carrying out interim and final inspections of the work and work area
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: interim, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/03Source: “Carry out interim and final inspections of the work and work area.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Software can prepare the checklist and write up findings, but seeing whether the glazing is right means being at the opening.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Inspecting products like windows and doors for damage or imperfections in frame or paintwork
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: products like windows, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 5317/02Source: “Inspect products like windows and doors for damage or imperfections in frame or paintwork.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 14 out of 100 (7–21 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Photos and vision tools can spot some faults, but proper inspection means handling the product.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Ensuring all materials are present and in good condition for fabrication
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: all materials are present, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 5317/02Source: “Ensure all materials are present and in good condition for fabrication.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (6–20 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Confirming materials are on site and undamaged means physically looking at them, though the checklist comes from the order.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting on-site surveys to assess job requirements and feasibility
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: on-site surveys, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 5317/02Source: “Conduct on-site surveys to assess job requirements and feasibility.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 11 out of 100 (7–15 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: A site survey means going to the location and seeing what the job involves.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Operating CNC machinery according to design specifications
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: CNC machinery, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 5317/02Source: “Operate CNC machinery according to design specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (3–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: The cutting programme can be generated automatically, but the machine still has to be loaded and run.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Demonstrating the product and handover installation paperwork to customer
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: the product, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/03Source: “Demonstrate the product and handover installation paperwork to customer.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (3–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: The paperwork is easy to produce, but showing the customer how it works happens on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Measuring mirrors and dimensions of areas to be covered to determine work procedures
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: mirrors, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Measure mirrors and dimensions of areas to be covered to determine work procedures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 8 out of 100 (1–15 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring up a space means being there with a tape, though the calculations that follow are easy.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Checking the quality of finished windows
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: the quality of finished windows, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/02Source: “Check the quality of finished windows.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 8 out of 100 (1–15 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking a finished window means looking at it and handling it, though the record afterwards is simple.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspect the site for relevant access and power to allow the installation to start
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: the site, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/03Source: “Inspect the site for relevant access and power to allow the installation to start.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 8 out of 100 (4–12 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking a site has the access and power needed means going there and looking.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Rectifying defects or reporting the issue to appropriate colleagues
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: defects, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/02Source: “Rectify defects or report the issue to appropriate colleagues.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Reporting a defect is easy to automate, but putting it right means working on the product.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Measuring up locations for new glazed units
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: locations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/03Source: “Measure up locations for new glazed units.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring up an opening means going to the property, though working out the sizes afterwards is simple.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Removing existing fenestration
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: fenestration, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/03Source: “Remove existing fenestration, understanding what action should be taken or who to report situations to if problems arise.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Taking out existing windows is physical work, though deciding who to report a problem to is simple guidance.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing new glass and ensuring the sealing is watertight
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: new glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 5317/01Source: “Install new glass and ensure the sealing is watertight.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting glass and sealing it watertight is physical work at the opening.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Following diagrams and measurements to cut glass to size
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: diagrams, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/01Source: “Follow diagrams and measurements to cut glass to size.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Cutting glass to size is physical work, even though the measurements come from a drawing.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Repairing or replacing glass in windows and doors
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/01, 5317/03Source: “Repair or replace glass in windows and doors.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Repairing or replacing glass means working at the window itself.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Undertaking glazing operations in accordance with the product specification
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: operations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/01Source: “Undertake glazing operations in accordance with the product specification.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Glazing work is physical, whatever the specification says.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Attaching mounting strips, metal or wood mouldings, rubber gaskets or metal clips to surfaces for mirror installation
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: strips, metal or wood mouldings, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Attach mounting strips, metal or wood mouldings, rubber gaskets, or metal clips to surfaces for mirror installation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fixing mounting strips and clips to a surface is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Fitting integral glass, frames, trims and mouldings
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: integral glass, frames, trims and mouldings, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Fit integral glass, frames, trims, and mouldings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting glass, frames, trims and mouldings is physical work with tools.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Grinding glass, smoothing edges
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass, smoothing edges, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Grind glass, smoothing edges when necessary.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Grinding glass edges is machine and hand work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Removing old or broken panes
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: old, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/01Source: “Remove old or broken panes, beading and putty.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Stripping out old panes, beading and putty is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Setting glass doors into frames
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass doors, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Set glass doors into frames.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Setting a glass door into its frame is heavy hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Bolting metal hinges, handles, locks or other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: metal hinges, handles, locks or other hardware, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Bolt metal hinges, handles, locks, or other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Bolting hinges and locks on is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Fixing pieces of glass together using soldering or fusing techniques
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: pieces of glass together, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Fix pieces of glass together using soldering or fusing techniques.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Soldering or fusing glass is craft work done by hand.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing pre-assembled metal or wood frameworks for windows or doors for glass panel fitting using hand tools
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: pre-assembled metal, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Install pre-assembled metal or wood frameworks for windows or doors for glass panel fitting using hand tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting pre-made window and door frameworks is physical installation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Marking out dimensions on wood
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: dimensions, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Mark out dimensions on wood, metal, glass, and plastic materials.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Marking out on material is done by hand at the bench.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Securing mirrors in position, using mastic cement, putty, bolts or screws
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: mirrors, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Secure mirrors in position, using mastic cement, putty, bolts, or screws.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fixing mirrors in place with cement, bolts or screws is physical.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Shaping glass using diamond or wheel-cutting tools
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Shape glass using diamond or wheel-cutting tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Shaping glass with cutting tools is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Erecting scaffolding, rigging or hoisting equipment to facilitate installation and repair work
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/01, 5317/03Source: “Erect scaffolding, rigging, or hoisting equipment to facilitate installation and repair work.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Erecting scaffolding or hoists is physical site work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Manufacturing metal sashes for glass installation using framing
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: metal sashes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Manufacture metal sashes for glass installation using framing.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Making metal sashes is workshop work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Measuring, cutting, fitting and press anti-glare adhesive film to glass or spraying glass with tinting solution to prevent light glare
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: press anti-glare adhesive film, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Measure, cut, fit, and press anti-glare adhesive film to glass or spray glass with tinting solution to prevent light glare.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Applying film or tint to glass is careful handwork.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Resting glass on rack edges or against cutting tables for cutting
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Rest glass on rack edges or against cutting tables for cutting.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Positioning glass on a rack or table is physical handling.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Dismantling scaffolding, shoring, braces and temporary structures
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: braces, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/01, 5317/03Source: “Dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, and temporary structures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Taking down scaffolding and props is physical work at height on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspecting furrings, mechanical mountings or masonry surfaces for plumbness and level, using spirit or water levels
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: furrings, mechanical mountings or masonry surfaces, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Inspect furrings, mechanical mountings, or masonry surfaces for plumbness and level, using spirit or water levels.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking surfaces for plumb and level means holding a level against the actual structure.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Clearing away furniture to prepare a space for work
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: away furniture, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Clear away furniture to prepare a space for work.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Shifting furniture out of the way is physical work in the room.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Driving lorries to installation sites and unload mirrors
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: lorries, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Drive lorries to installation sites and unload mirrors, glass equipment, or tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Driving and unloading is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Operating small cranes to transport or position large parts
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: small cranes, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 5317/01, 5317/02, 5317/03Source: “Operate small cranes to transport or position large parts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Operating a crane means being at the controls.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Building window and door frames
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: window, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/02Source: “Build window and door frames, conservatory panels, and screens according to specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Building frames and panels is workshop work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Assembling the product, opening frames, sashes or vents using various fabrication methods
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: the product, opening frames, sashes or vents, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/02Source: “Assemble the product including opening frames, sashes, or vents using various fabrication methods.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Assembling frames, sashes and vents is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Measuring and cutting products to specified dimensions using measuring and cutting instruments
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: products, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/02Source: “Measure and cut products to specified dimensions using measuring and cutting instruments.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring and cutting to size is physical work at the machine.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Replacing glass in fabricated window units
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/02Source: “Replace glass in fabricated window units.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Replacing glass in a unit is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Fixing handles and other ancillary items to products
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: handles, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/02Source: “Fix handles and other ancillary items to products as required.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting handles and ancillary items is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing handles using hand and power tools
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: handles, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/02Source: “Install handles using hand and power tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting handles is done with tools in hand.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Measuring, shaping and cutting materials, timber and metal
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: materials, timber and metal, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/02Source: “Measure, shape, and cut materials such as timber and metal.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring, shaping and cutting timber and metal is workshop work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Drilling ream, tap or cutting parts for assembly
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: ream, tap or cutting parts, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/02Source: “Drill, ream, tap, or cut parts for assembly.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Drilling, tapping and cutting parts is machine work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing grid work, mullions and transoms on vertical applications according to specifications and approved drawings
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: grid work, mullions and transoms, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance not publishedNo importance rating is published for this task, so the ordering here is ours.
Source: “Install grid work including mullions and transoms on vertical applications according to specifications and approved drawings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Installing mullions and transoms is site work at height.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Operating fabrication equipment, machines, hand and power tools
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: fabrication equipment, machines, hand and power tools, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/02Source: “Operate fabrication equipment including machines, hand, and power tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Running fabrication machines and power tools is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Cleaning and finishing the product using appropriate materials and chemicals safely
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: the product, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 5317/02Source: “Clean and finish the product using appropriate materials and chemicals safely, ensuring it functions correctly.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Cleaning, finishing and testing the product is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Sealing leaks using hand tools
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: leaks, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 5317/02Source: “Seal leaks using hand tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Sealing a leak means working on it with tools.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Setting up, check and adjusting the equipment for safe and reliable fabrication of metal products
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: up, check and adjusting the equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 5317/02Source: “Set up, check, and adjust the equipment for safe and reliable fabrication of metal products.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Setting up and adjusting fabrication equipment is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Unloading and checking materials for site installation
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: materials, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/02Source: “Unload and check materials for site installation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Unloading and checking materials happens at the delivery on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Protecting and/or tape finished product and storing ready for transport
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: and/or tape finished product, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 5317/02Source: “Protect and/or tape finished product and store ready for transport.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Wrapping and storing finished product is physical handling.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Applying sealant to fitted units to ensure they are weatherproof
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: sealant, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/03Source: “Apply sealant to fitted units to ensure they are weatherproof.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Applying sealant is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing complex and non-standard doors and window frames
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: complex, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 5317/03Source: “Install complex and non-standard doors and window frames.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fitting complex or non-standard frames is skilled physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Adjusting timber or brickwork to ensure secure fittings
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: timber, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/03Source: “Adjust timber or brickwork to ensure secure fittings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Adjusting timber or brickwork means working on the building.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Installing glass units, infill panels and hardware according to specifications
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: glass units, infill panels and hardware, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 5317/03Source: “Install glass units, infill panels, and hardware according to specifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Installing glass units and hardware is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Applying trims or special finishes to products for aesthetic improvement
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: trims, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/03Source: “Apply trims or special finishes to products for aesthetic improvement.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Applying trims and finishes is hands-on work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Fixing fenestration units in place
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: fenestration units, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/03Source: “Fix fenestration units in place.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Fixing window and door units in place is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Removing old windows, doors and panels, using hand and power tools
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: old windows, doors and panels, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 5317/03Source: “Remove old windows, doors and panels, using hand and power tools.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Removing old windows and doors is physical work with tools.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Carrying out repairs and applying internal & external finishes
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: repairs, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/03Source: “Carry out repairs and apply internal & external finishes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Repairs and finishes are done by hand on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Ensuring structural stability by using structural supports
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: structural stability, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/03Source: “Ensure structural stability by using structural supports.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Propping and supporting an opening is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Preparing property-specific openings for installation or maintenance tasks
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: property-specific openings, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 5317/03Source: “Prepare property-specific openings for installation or maintenance tasks.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Preparing an opening in a particular property is hands-on site work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Painting designs on glass to create artistic patterns
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: designs, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/03Source: “Paint designs on glass to create artistic patterns.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Painting designs on glass is craft work done by hand.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Sandblasting designs onto glass for artistic effects
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: designs, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 5317/03Source: “Sandblast designs onto glass for artistic effects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Sandblasting a design onto glass is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Locating, handling, storing, loading, transporting and positioning materials and tools safely
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: materials, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 55 · 5317/03Source: “Locate, handle, store, load, transport and position materials and tools safely, minimising damage and complying with health and safety regulations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Lifting, moving and setting down materials safely is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Clearing away leftover materials upon project completion
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: away leftover materials upon project completion, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 5317/03Source: “Clear away leftover materials upon project completion.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Clearing leftover materials off a finished job is physical labour.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Maintaining cleanliness of work area
staying humanThis work happens in the physical world: cleanliness of work area, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 5317/03Source: “Maintain cleanliness of work area.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Keeping the work area tidy is physical work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
What this job pays, and how many people do it
- Median pay
- £29,400a year, before tax, the middle of the range, so half earn more and half earn less.ashe-t14, 2025 · ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
How we know this
Source: ashe-t14
Reference period: ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)
Rounding: Shown to the nearest £100. The exact published figure is in the downloadable dataset. We do not render pounds the survey cannot support.
- People doing this job
- 33,400in the UK, 2026.nomis-aps · Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period)This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.
What is deliberately not here: a forecast of how many of these jobs exist in ten years. Where an official projection exists for a market we publish it with its vintage; where it does not, we leave the space empty rather than borrow the other country’s number.
Why this is shifting
The reason is boringly specific. Most of what is shifting here is reading one thing and writing another: the type in, a record out. The rows above are exactly that shape: selecting the type or colour of glass or mirror and choosing appropriate glass types for specific construction projects. What it cannot do is be there in the room, and that is still where glass gets done. Which is why this page talks about your tasks changing, not your job ending.
Your move
Over a pint: what I’d tell you if you were my friend
Start with what does not change: cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture is the middle of this job, and the evidence on this page says it stays with a person.
So, given all that: 6% of this job's task weight sits in rows the software is already learning, 3% in rows that change shape rather than disappear, and 91% in rows it is nowhere near. That is the position, measured across 82 scored tasks. It is not a forecast about you.
So the thing worth your attention is not the job going away. It is the layer around it. Selecting the type or colour of glass or mirror according to specifications is the part turning into software, and being the person who understands that layer is worth money.
This week: one thing
Ask the one question. Find whoever is bringing new software into your workplace (the manager, the office, whoever runs the system) and ask them what it is meant to do to the type, and what it is not meant to touch. Ten minutes, this week, before anyone decides it for you.
- What you end up holding
- a straight answer about what is actually being rolled out, and when
- How long it takes
- ten minutes
If there’s nobody obvious to ask, or you’d rather not ask your manager: Put the same question to your union rep, your shift lead or the person who has been there longest, in person, over a break. Same ten minutes, same answer, and you will usually get a straighter one. Write down what they say. The note is the artifact, and it tells you whether metal-framed glass enclosures are in scope or not. Nothing to log into, no licence needed.
Over the next 90 days
Get inside the tool rollout rather than waiting for it. Over the next ninety days, ask to be in the group that tests, checks or signs off whatever new system arrives near reading specifications or blueprints to determine the locations. It is usually an unglamorous seat that nobody fights for, and it is the one that decides how the software is used on your job rather than to it.
Over the next 12 months
On this evidence I would not retrain out of this job, and I will say that plainly rather than hedge it. The task list here is dominated by work that stays with a person. What I would do with a year is get formally recognised for the layer around it (the systems, the compliance, the planning), so you are the one who understands the software instead of the one it is done to. Before you pay for anything, spend an hour with National Careers Service. It is free and government-funded, and it is listed below with the rest of the free routes.
The roads out of here, and why I am not sending you down them
I looked at the obvious moves out of this job, and here is what I found.
I checked the 12 nearest UK occupations to glaziers, window fabricators and fitters (nearest by the work that AI is not taking, not by job title), and none of them survived. The closest was tyre, exhaust and windscreen fitters: only about 6% of its durable work is work you already do. And on the numbers you do not need one. This job scores 7/100 here, with only 6% of the task list in the top band, and “install grid work including mullions and transoms on vertical applications according to…” is not work that hands over cleanly. None of them beats deepening what you already have.
How that was checked: this job was compared against all 412 UK occupations in this release on their official task statements, and the 12 nearest were examined one by one. A move that turns on an industry, an employer or a qualification rather than on the work itself will not show up in a check like that. And this release carries no licence register, so anything you are weighing needs that looked up separately.
3 moves I checked and rejected
These are the obvious-looking jumps. They are here with their reasons rather than quietly dropped, because the ones that fail are worth knowing about. It is one less thing to turn over at night.
Tyre, exhaust and windscreen fitters
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “remove and replace damaged glass”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 6% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 6% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Carpenters and joiners
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “install pre-assembled metal or wood frameworks for windows or doors for glass panel fitting using hand…”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 6% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 6% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Vehicle body builders and repairers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour on the work AI is not taking: you already remove and replace damaged glass, and their equivalent is to replace damaged glass components on vehicle bodies. Across both published task lists that is about 3% of the durable work in that job.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 3% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
What I’d stop worrying about
A friend tells you what not to spend fear on. This is that list.
The headline number you read somewhere
The big “X% of jobs” figures are about the whole economy, not about you. The number that describes your job is on this page: 6% of its task weight, across 82 scored tasks. Every row behind it is printed above with the source. Check ours; ignore theirs.
The headlines about your trade disappearing
They are usually about the technology, not the timetable. Changes to work like cutting and fitting glass or glass substitutes for buildings and furniture arrive through rules, insurance and money, slowly and visibly. This page tracks the task evidence and will move when it moves.
Retraining out of a job that is holding up
On this evidence I would not spend money leaving. Spend it on the layer around the job instead: the tools, the paperwork, the planning. That is where the change actually is.
The “obvious” next job everyone suggests
I checked the obvious moves and most of them did not survive. The reasons are printed with the routes above, including the pay and the gate. A move that fails on the numbers is worth knowing about so you can stop turning it over at night.
You are reading the United Kingdom figures
The United States splits this work across more than one official group, of which Glaziers is the closest. The pay and employment figures are not directly comparable, and we do not average them together.
Switch to the United States page →partial match
In US official statistics this job is counted as Glaziers. Pay and employment stay on this page’s own group; the task list and the scores do not cross over.
Your route through this
Where to go next, and what it costs
Free, and complete
The moves above cost nothing. These are the real services that go with them: public, government-funded, and free at the point of use. Nothing on this page is behind an email address or a payment.
In England:
A free hour with a government-funded careers adviser is worth more than another evening of reading. In England that's the National Careers Service.
Free, government-funded
In England:
National Careers Service - Find a course
Search what's actually running near you before you spend anything.
Free to search; individual courses vary
In England:
Free courses for jobs (Level 3 qualifications)
A free Level 3 qualification you already qualify for beats a paid course you don't need.
Free for eligible adults
In England:
Free, up to 16 weeks, and you get a job interview at the end. In England these are Skills Bootcamps - search what's running near you.
Free for eligible adults in England
In Scotland:
My World of Work (Skills Development Scotland)
In Scotland it's My World of Work, from Skills Development Scotland.
Free, publicly funded
In Wales:
In Wales it's Careers Wales.
Free, Welsh Government-funded
In Northern Ireland:
Careers Service Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland it's the Careers Service on nidirect.
Free, Department for the Economy-funded
No Space for this job, but one for what is happening to it
Nothing Collab365 runs is built for glaziers / window fabricators / fitters, and we are not going to point you at the nearest one and call it a fit.
There is one that is not about a job title at all. The AI Authority is about being the person who directs these tools at work rather than the person they get compared to. That is worth saying here, because 6% of the work on this page is already inside what they can do.

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The AI Authority is a general community about working with AI, not a course for glaziers / window fabricators / fitters. You do not need it to act on anything here: the moves above cost nothing and stand on their own. The data on this page is the same either way.
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No deadline on any of this. The page will still be here, and the data is refreshed on a published schedule rather than when someone wants a headline.
Questions people ask about this job
- Will AI replace Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters?
- Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 82 official task statements scored for Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters (United Kingdom, SOC 5317), 6% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 7 out of 100 (range 6–12, band: minimal). That is a statement about tasks, not about headcount: this measures what AI could do, not whether any employer adopts it, whether the law allows it, or whether doing the routine parts faster creates more demand for the human parts. Figures are from release 2026-q4.1.
- Which tasks in “Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters” can AI already do?
- The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Complete environmental records documentation for window fabrication” (81/100, very high); “Determine types and quantities of glass required to manufacture products” (75/100, high); “Select the type or colour of glass or mirror according to specifications” (69/100, high). Each score comes from five published 0–4 ratings turned into a number by a published formula, and each carries the model's one-sentence reason on the page.
- Which tasks in “Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters” stay human?
- About 91% of this job's task weight sits in work that scores low for AI exposure. The lowest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Maintain cleanliness of work area” (0/100, minimal); “Clear away leftover materials upon project completion” (0/100, minimal); “Locate, handle, store, load, transport and position materials and tools safely, minimising damage and complying with health and safety regulations” (0/100, minimal). Low scores usually mean the task needs a body in a room, a legally accountable human, or trust built in real time. Those are the three things the scoring rubric treats as gates rather than obstacles.
- What should someone working in “Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters” do about AI?
- Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 6% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 91% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.
- How is the AI exposure score for Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters calculated?
- Each official task statement for the occupation is rated on five published 0–4 dimensions (output replicability, physical embodiment, licensed accountability, real-time human trust, and data availability) by claude-opus-5 using scoring prompt task_scoring_v1.0. The model never writes the score; a published formula turns the five ratings into a 0–100 number, so every score can be recomputed by hand. The occupation figure is the importance-weighted mean across 82 scored tasks. The prompt, the rubric, the formula and the full dataset are published at https://futureproof.collab365.com/method and https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1 under CC BY 4.0.
Where these numbers come from
About the data on this page
- Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
- This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.
- No importance weighting is published for some of these tasks, so they are treated as equally central, which is a simplification rather than a measurement.
- The match between this job and its counterpart in the other country is partial, so the two pages count slightly different groups of people.
- 23 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
- At least one of this occupation's task rows has no published task-relatedness and falls back to the uniform weight: the documented exception path, not an alternative weighting scheme.
- Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.
- Task statements
- gaisi-indexProcessing: catalogue-bridge → ssc-relatedness-weighting → task-scoring → score-aggregation
- Task weights
- gaisi-index (relatedness-with-uniform)
- Scores
- Rubric task_scoring_v1.0, model claude-opus-5, computed 2026-08-05.
- Pay and employment
- ashe-t14 (ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025))nomis-aps (Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period))
Figures on this page come from release 2026-q4.1, published 2026-08-05. Every release keeps its own permanent address, so a figure you cite in March is still there, unchanged, in November.
The plain-English wording on this page is assembled directly from the task statements and the published ratings, not written by hand for this occupation. That is why it is specific, and it is also why we say so.
The routes and free resources further up are today’s, not the release’s (last reviewed 2026-08-05). A route is an offer, not a historical fact, so it moves on its own clock.
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Plain text
Collab365 (2026). Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1 (methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0). https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1. Licensed CC BY 4.0. Built with O*NET data (USDOL/ETA, CC BY 4.0); ONS data (Open Government Licence v3.0); GAISI task framework (arXiv:2507.22748, MIT); BLS data (public domain).
BibTeX
@misc{collab365futureproof2026q41,
title = {Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1},
author = {{Collab365}},
year = {2026},
url = {https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1},
note = {Release 2026-q4.1, methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0, CC BY 4.0}
}Data as of release 2026-q4.1, published . Releases never change after publication; when the figures move, a new dated release is published beside this one and this one stays exactly where it is.
