Will AI replace Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.?

Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 184 official task statements scored for Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. (United Kingdom, SOC 3319), 31% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 36 out of 100 (range 31–42, band: low). 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 “Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.” stay human?

About 56% 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: “Act as a keyholder for access to buildings and controlled areas” (0/100, minimal); “Install, maintain, or repair security systems and alarm devices as per electrical layouts and building plans” (0/100, minimal); “Inspect and test fire, intruder detection, or other security systems to verify operational effectiveness” (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 “Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.” do about AI?

Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 31% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 56% 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 Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. 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 184 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.

UK dataswitch to US

Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.

checking passports and travel documents of passengers for immigration control purposes, conducting all transactions with awareness of fraud and producing witness statements to the standards required by the Criminal Procedure and Investigation Act. If that's your week, this page is about your job.

The honest answer

AI is already taking a real slice of the routine work here: using intelligence to advance complex investigations. That is a slice of tasks, not of you.

Your move: what a protective service associate professionals n.e.c. can actually do about this ↓

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 31%
changing shape: 14%
staying human: 56%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

Whole-job exposure score 36 out of 100 (31–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, across 184 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 protective service associate professionals n.e.c. 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 2026-08-05. Read the full method.

That slice is not coming back; the core of the job, giving evidence in court, stays yours. New tools, same person answering for it.

Your week, as this page understands it

Job holders in this unit group inspect goods to ensure compliance with regulations concerning payment of duty, establish that persons entering and leaving the UK have necessary authorisation for crossing national borders, monitor maritime conditions, undertake search and rescue operations, plan and coordinate services of private detective agencies and security measures for individuals, establishments or organisations, investigates activities such as fraud and other crimes, and perform other security and protective service occupations not elsewhere classified in minor group 331: Protective service occupations. The job title says “protective service associate professionals n.e.c.”. The real job is the part underneath: giving evidence in court. 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 protective service associate professionals n.e.c. is not one task. It is 184 scored ones, and they are nowhere near equally exposed. The most durable of them, on this evidence, is giving evidence in court, and the ledger below shows exactly why.

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 31%
changing shape: 14%
staying human: 56%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

How we know this

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 2026-08-05. 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

58 tasks

Tasks 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.

Using intelligence to advance complex investigations
This is reading one thing and writing another: intelligence in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03, 3319/05
Source: “Use intelligence to advance complex investigations, including in-depth research and data analysis.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 68 out of 100 (61–75 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Research and data analysis are strong for software, though which lead matters comes from case knowledge.
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 2/4.
Writing detailed case reports for legal and social services
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed case reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/02, 3319/05
Source: “Write detailed case reports for legal and social services.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Case reports follow set structures and draw on recorded facts, so drafting tools produce most of the text for checking.
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.
Carrying out forensic analysis to investigate financial data
This is reading one thing and writing another: forensic analysis in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3319/03
Source: “Carry out forensic analysis to investigate financial data.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Tracing money through transaction records is number work over structured data, an area where analysis software is very capable.
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.
Compiling evidence for legal investigations and court proceedings
This is reading one thing and writing another: evidence in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3319/03
Source: “Compile evidence for legal investigations and court proceedings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Collecting, sorting and indexing material for a case is bulk document work that review software already does most of.
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.

Changing shape

25 tasks

Tasks 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.

Developing investigative strategies to maximise evidence gathering for serious and complex investigations
The software now makes the first pass at investigative strategies, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 3319/03, 3319/05
Source: “Develop investigative strategies to maximise evidence gathering for serious and complex investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 44 out of 100 (37–51 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: A strategy can be drafted, but the useful decisions rest on case knowledge that never gets written down.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · 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 2/4.
Preparing accurate case papers and evidential files to the highest professional standard
The software now makes the first pass at accurate case papers, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3319/03, 3319/05
Source: “Prepare accurate case papers and evidential files to the highest professional standard.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Assembling and indexing a case file is structured document work, but the investigator must personally vouch that the evidence is complete.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the nature and level of physical security threats to determine the scope of the problem
The software now makes the first pass at the nature, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3319/06
Source: “Assess the nature and level of physical security threats to determine the scope of the problem.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 50 out of 100 (43–57 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Threat assessments follow known methods, but the decisive details are specific to that site and rarely documented.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · 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 2/4.

Staying human

101 tasks

Tasks 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.

Giving evidence in court
This work happens in the physical world: evidence, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/02, 3319/03, 3319/05
Source: “Give evidence in court.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 2 out of 100 (0–6 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Only the person who did the work can take the oath and be questioned about it in the witness box.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Checking passports and travel documents of passengers for immigration control purposes
This work happens in the physical world: passports, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3319/02, 3319/04
Source: “Check passports and travel documents of passengers for immigration control purposes.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Machines already read passports, but the officer at the desk holds the legal power to admit or refuse.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interviewing people entering the UK
This work happens in the physical world: people entering the UK, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/02, 3319/04
Source: “Interview people entering the UK.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 4 out of 100 (0–8 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Border interviews depend on reading the person in front of you, and the decision is an officer's in law.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.

Show the other 174 tasks

Creating and maintaining logs, records or databases of information about fraudulent activity
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: logs, records or databases of information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Create and maintain logs, records, or databases of information about fraudulent activity.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (86–100 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: Recording fraud cases in a database and keeping it current is structured data work that systems handle faster and more consistently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · 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.
Reviewing sales receipts or till rolls to identify shortages
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: sales receipts in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/05
Source: “Review sales receipts or till rolls to identify shortages.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Comparing till records against expected takings is arithmetic on structured data, which software does better than people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · 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.
Sending out weather and tidal reports to relevant stakeholders
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: weather in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3319/01
Source: “Send out weather and tidal reports to relevant stakeholders.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Weather and tide data already arrives in machine-readable form, so preparing and sending the reports is largely automatic.
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 4/4.
Calculating duty and tariff payments owed on shipments
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: duty in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/02
Source: “Calculate duty and tariff payments owed on shipments.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Duty is worked out from published tariff codes and shipment values, a calculation software performs accurately every time.
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 4/4.
Applying for tariff concessions or for duty drawbacks and other refunds
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: tariff concessions in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/02
Source: “Apply for tariff concessions or for duty drawbacks and other refunds.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Duty refund claims are standard forms filled from shipment records against published rules, which software completes accurately.
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 4/4.
Drafting and sending reports and official correspondence
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Draft and send reports and official correspondence.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Writing routine reports and official letters from known facts is drafting work software now does to a standard most people accept.
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 4/4.
Reporting security breaches to appropriate personnel
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: security breaches in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3319/04
Source: “Report security breaches to appropriate personnel.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Detecting a breach and passing the alert to the right people is a rules-based notification that monitoring systems already send automatically.
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 4/4.
Searching computer databases, credit reports, public records
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: computer databases, credit reports, public records in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Search computer databases, credit reports, public records, tax or legal filings, or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Looking people up across databases and public records is automated searching, and the results come back ready to compile.
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 4/4.
Carrying out reference or background checks on job applicants
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: reference in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/05
Source: “Carry out reference or background checks on job applicants.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Background and reference checking is now run through screening services that gather and verify the information automatically.
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 4/4.
Examining records and documents for data verification
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: records in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/05
Source: “Examine records and documents for data verification.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 88 out of 100 (84–92 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Cross-checking figures and details between documents is exactly the kind of repetitive verification computers do faster and more consistently.
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 4/4.
Developing professional knowledge of legislation and regulatory requirements for investigations
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: professional knowledge of legislation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Develop professional knowledge of legislation and regulatory requirements for investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (76–90 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: Keeping up with the law and regulations means reading published material, and tools that summarise and track changes do this well.
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 4/4.
Maintaining knowledge of current events and trends in such areas as money laundering and criminal tools and techniques
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: knowledge of current events in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Maintain knowledge of current events and trends in such areas as money laundering and criminal tools and techniques.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Tracking new fraud and laundering methods means monitoring published reports and alerts, which automated summarising tools do continuously.
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 4/4.
Researching or evaluating new technologies for use in fraud detection systems
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: new technologies in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Research or evaluate new technologies for use in fraud detection systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Comparing detection products and techniques means reading published material and trial results, which research tools summarise quickly.
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 4/4.
Staying informed about legislative and procedural changes impacting criminal investigation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: informed in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/05
Source: “Stay informed about legislative and procedural changes impacting criminal investigation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: New laws and procedures are published openly, so software can track and summarise them well.
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 4/4.
Documenting job-related activities, findings and transactions for compliance and reporting purposes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: job-related activities, findings and transactions in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/02
Source: “Document job-related activities, findings, and transactions for compliance and reporting purposes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Logging activities, findings and transactions for compliance is structured record-keeping that software handles very well.
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.
Writing up detailed case notes and reports for documentation purposes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed case notes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/02
Source: “Write up detailed case notes and reports for documentation purposes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Writing up case notes from recorded activity is drafting work that software produces to a standard needing only light checking.
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.
Creating statements and records of interviews to the required standard
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: statements in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Create statements and records of interviews to the required standard.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Producing interview records to the required format is transcription and formatting, which software does accurately from the recording.
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.
Drafting accurate interview notes, witness statements and transcripts
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: accurate interview notes, witness statements and transcripts in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Draft accurate interview notes, witness statements and transcripts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very 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: Turning a recorded interview into accurate notes and a written statement is transcription and formatting, which software now does very well.
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.
Categorising fraud and reporting the outcome with recommendations
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: fraud in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Categorise fraud and report the outcome with recommendations.” (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: Sorting a case into a fraud category and writing the outcome up follows a fixed scheme that software applies consistently.
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.
Answering customers' general enquiries and providing relevant information
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: customers' general enquiries in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3319/04
Source: “Answer customers' general enquiries and provide relevant information.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 79 out of 100 (75–83 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: Answering general enquiries with standard information is what automated assistants now do reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting and analysing data to identify issues like deficient controls
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Collect and analyse data to identify issues like deficient controls, fraud, or non-compliance with regulations.” (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: Sifting large amounts of data for signs of fraud or weak controls is pattern-spotting work that software does faster than people.
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.
Evaluating business operations to identify risk areas for fraud
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This is reading one thing and writing another: business operations in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Evaluate business operations to identify risk areas for fraud.” (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: Reviewing how a business operates against known fraud patterns is analysis over process and transaction data, which software does thoroughly.
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.
Understanding how and when to use forensic services
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: how in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Understand how and when to use forensic services.” (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: Knowing which forensic tests are worth requesting follows documented guidance that a system can prompt at the right moment.
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.
Analysing and interpreting data to draw conclusions
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/05
Source: “Analyse and interpret data to draw conclusions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 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: Analysing data and drawing conclusions is desk work that software already does well, though a person still checks the reasoning.
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.
Designing security policies to ensure adequate security
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: security policies in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/06
Source: “Design security policies to ensure adequate security including alarm response and access card use.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 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: Security policies follow well established patterns, so a solid draft can be produced quickly.
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.
Maintaining security procedures and related documentation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: security procedures in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Maintain security procedures and related documentation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 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: Keeping procedure documents current is writing and version control, which software supports strongly.
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.
Performing risk analyses to identify potential security or financial threats
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: risk analyses in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Perform risk analyses to identify potential security or financial threats.” (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: Risk analysis works from historical data against known threat patterns, an area where analysis tools produce solid results quickly.
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.
Preparing security procedures and system drawings
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: security procedures in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Prepare security procedures and system drawings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 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: Procedure documents and system drawings follow standard formats that software drafts well.
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.
Budgeting for security design work
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: security design work in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3319/06
Source: “Budget for security design work.” (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: Budgets are built from rate cards and quantities, which is spreadsheet work software does well.
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.
Evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of the asset management activity
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This is reading one thing and writing another: the effectiveness of the asset management activity in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3319/06
Source: “Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of the asset management activity.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 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: Pulling performance data into an effectiveness report is analysis and writing that software handles well.
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.
Establishing and reviewing risk quantification frameworks to make proactive asset decisions
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: risk quantification frameworks in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Establish and review risk quantification frameworks to make proactive asset decisions, balancing performance, risk, and cost.” (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: Risk quantification frameworks are documented methods, and software builds and reviews the calculations well.
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.
Reviewing technical documents for completeness and conformance to requirements
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: technical documents in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Review technical documents for completeness and conformance to requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 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: Checking documents against a requirements list is systematic comparison work software does quickly.
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.
Maintaining an understanding of up-to-date legal and regulatory changes relevant to the area and ensuring any changes are communicated effectively
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This is reading one thing and writing another: an understanding of up-to-date legal in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Maintain an understanding of up-to-date legal and regulatory changes relevant to the area and ensure any changes are communicated effectively.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 70 out of 100 (63–77 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: Tracking rule changes and writing clear updates for colleagues is monitoring and summarising published material, which tools do continuously.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Maintaining records of weather, beach conditions, emergency medical treatments and incident information
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This is reading one thing and writing another: records of weather, beach conditions in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3319/01
Source: “Maintain records of weather, beach conditions, emergency medical treatments, and incident information.” (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: Keeping logs of conditions, treatments and incidents is form-filling that software handles very reliably.
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.
Recording all steps and findings of forensic investigations to ensure accuracy and accountability
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: all steps in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Record all steps and findings of forensic investigations to ensure accuracy and accountability.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Logging every step of an examination is exactly what forensic software records automatically, though the examiner must stand behind the record.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating alternative sources of information for private investigations
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: alternative sources of information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/05
Source: “Investigate alternative sources of information for private investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 68 out of 100 (61–75 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Finding new places to look for information is research, which software does quickly and broadly.
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 2/4.
Designing security programmes to address various security needs
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: security programmes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/06
Source: “Design security programmes to address various security needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 68 out of 100 (61–75 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: A programme can be drafted from standard building blocks, though it must fit that organisation's real setup.
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 2/4.
Conducting in-depth investigations of suspicious financial activity
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: in-depth investigations of suspicious financial activity in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3319/03
Source: “Conduct in-depth investigations of suspicious financial activity, such as suspected money-laundering efforts.” (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: Tracing suspicious payments through account data is analysis over structured records, which software follows faster than a person can.
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 points to prove in pursuing an investigation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: points in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Determine points to prove in pursuing an investigation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: What has to be proved for each offence is set out in law, so software can list the points and match evidence.
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.
Differentiating between types of evidence and recognising their significance
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: types of evidence in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Differentiate between types of evidence and recognise their significance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Sorting evidence into types and explaining what each proves follows published legal rules that software can apply reliably.
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.
Drafting reports of investigation results to document evidence of fraudulent activities
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: reports of investigation results in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Draft reports of investigation results to document evidence of fraudulent activities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Turning gathered evidence into a written investigation report is exactly the kind of drafting software does well.
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.
Evaluating and disseminating intelligence by assessing large data volumes and searching databases
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: intelligence in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Evaluate and disseminate intelligence by assessing large data volumes and searching databases.” (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: Sifting large volumes of data and searching databases is one of the things software is genuinely good at.
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.
Producing robust investigation plans
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: robust investigation plans in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Produce robust investigation plans.” (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: Investigation plans follow known structures and lines of enquiry, so software can draft a solid version for the investigator to adapt.
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.
Preparing legal documents to support fraud investigations
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: legal documents in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Prepare legal documents to support fraud investigations.” (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: Applications, notices and schedules follow set legal formats, so software can draft them for a lawyer or investigator to approve.
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.
Understanding how, when and why to refer cases to others internally and/or externally from their own organisation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: how in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Understand how, when and why to refer cases to others internally and/or externally from their own organisation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Knowing when a case must be passed to another team or agency follows written thresholds that software can apply consistently.
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.
Correctlying identify, classify and handling incoming and outgoing information
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: identify, classify and handling incoming and outgoing information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Correctly identify, classify and handle incoming and outgoing information.” (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: Sorting and marking information by sensitivity follows written classification rules, so software can apply the labels and routing consistently.
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.
Collecting information for communications officers to create media briefings
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3319/03
Source: “Collect information for communications officers to create media briefings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Pulling together background facts for a press briefing is straightforward writing and collation work.
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.
Submitting case papers and evidential files within set time limits
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: case papers in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/05
Source: “Submit case papers and evidential files within set time limits.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Assembling and submitting a case file to a deadline is structured paperwork software handles well.
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.
Locating funds stolen by embezzlers using accounting skills
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: funds stolen in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/05
Source: “Locate funds stolen by embezzlers using accounting skills.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 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: Tracing money through accounts is pattern work in structured records, which software is strong at.
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.
Providing information and advice on coastal and sea safety
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3319/01
Source: “Provide information and advice on coastal and sea safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (60–68 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: Coastal and sea safety advice draws on published guidance, so software can draft most of it well.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying and recommending specific improvements to enhance the effectiveness of security systems
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: specific improvements in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3319/06
Source: “Identify and recommend specific improvements to enhance the effectiveness of security systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (60–68 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: Recommending security improvements is analysis and writing against well-documented standards and the organisation’s own data.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating staff schedules and rotas to ensure adequate coverage
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: staff schedules in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Coordinate staff schedules and rotas to ensure adequate coverage.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 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: Rota building is a scheduling problem software solves well, with a person handling awkward requests.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing robust proposals for managing asset portfolios for clients and internal stakeholders
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: robust proposals in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Develop robust proposals for managing asset portfolios for clients and internal stakeholders.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (60–68 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: Asset portfolio proposals follow familiar structures, so a strong draft can be produced from the data.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting transport or tariff regulations for workers
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: transport in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3319/02
Source: “Interpret transport or tariff regulations for workers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 61 out of 100 (57–65 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: Tariff and transport rules are published in detail, so explaining them is well within what software does.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Conducting all transactions with awareness of fraud
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at all transactions, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Conduct all transactions with awareness of fraud including taking a defensive approach towards cybercrime.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Automated checks catch most suspicious activity, but staying alert to new tricks during everyday transactions still depends on the person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · 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.
Designing fraud detection tools and procedures
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at fraud detection tools, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Design fraud detection tools and procedures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 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: Detection rules and models can largely be generated from past cases, though shaping them to a particular business still needs expertise.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · 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.
Offering navigational advice along particular stretches of water
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at navigational advice along particular stretches of water, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3319/01
Source: “Offer navigational advice along particular stretches of water.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (52–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial 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: Navigational advice comes from charts, tides and published notices, all of which software reads well.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reporting violations, discrepancies and decisions
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at violations, discrepancies and decisions, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 3319/02
Source: “Report violations, discrepancies, and decisions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (52–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Writing up violations and decisions is standard report work, though an accountable officer owns the decision.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Processing UK visa applications
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at UK visa applications, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3319/02
Source: “Process UK visa applications.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Visa decisions follow published rules and documents that can be checked automatically, but the decision must be taken by an authorised officer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Producing witness statements to the standards required by the Criminal Procedure and Investigation Act
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at witness statements, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Produce witness statements to the standards required by the Criminal Procedure and Investigation Act (CPIA) 1996.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: The statement format is set out in law and easy to follow, but the account must be the witness's own and properly taken.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing detailed reports for legal cases
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at detailed reports, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 3319/06
Source: “Prepare detailed reports for legal cases.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Case reports are built from recorded evidence in a standard format software can draft, but the investigator must vouch for the contents.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing the organisation's asset management policy
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at the organisation's asset management policy, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Develop the organisation's asset management policy, strategy, plans, and objectives.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 49 out of 100 (42–56 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: A policy can be drafted, but the strategy has to reflect what this organisation actually wants.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating staff training programmes
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at staff training programmes, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3319/01
Source: “Coordinate staff training programmes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 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: Arranging training courses is scheduling and admin that software can take on.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reporting concerns to relevant organisations
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at concerns, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3319/02
Source: “Report concerns to relevant organisations such as the police, HMRC, NCA, and UK Visas and Immigration.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (44–52 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Referrals follow set formats and templates, so drafting them is largely a writing job software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Contacting police directly in cases of urgent security issues
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at police, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 3319/04
Source: “Contact police directly in cases of urgent security issues, using phones or two-way radios.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 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: Raising an urgent alert to the police is a short, standard message, and monitoring systems already pass many of these automatically.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Implementing procedures for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of security measures
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at procedures, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Implement procedures for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of security measures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 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: Monitoring routines can be written and largely automated once the measures are agreed.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the strength of evidence gathered in relation to their investigation
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at the strength of evidence, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Assess the strength of evidence gathered in relation to their investigation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 44 out of 100 (37–51 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Software can line up what each piece of evidence proves, but weighing whether it is strong enough is the investigator's judgement.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · 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 2/4.
Reviewing exhibits to determine their evidential value and identify opportunities to progress the investigation
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at exhibits, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Review exhibits to determine their evidential value and identify opportunities to progress the investigation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 44 out of 100 (37–51 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reviewing documents and digital exhibits for what matters is close to what software already does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · 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.
Gathering, verifying and assessing information according to an agreed case investigation plan to understand situations accurately
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at information, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Gather, verify, and assess information according to an agreed case investigation plan to understand situations accurately.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 44 out of 100 (37–51 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Collecting and cross-checking information against a set plan is largely desk work software supports well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · 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.
Understanding and applying Regulation of Investigation Powers Act 2000, RIPA) standards as appropriate to their work
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at regulation of investigation powers act 2000, ripa) standards, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Understand and apply Regulation of Investigation Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) standards as appropriate to their work.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: The surveillance rules are published and easy to check against, but the authorisation itself must be granted by a designated officer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Organising places in detention centres for people claiming asylum
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at places, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3319/04
Source: “Organise places in detention centres for people claiming asylum.” (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: reading one thing and writing another; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Matching people to available places is scheduling work, though the decision carries legal responsibility.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Coordinating repatriation processes for individuals to return to their home countries
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at repatriation processes, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3319/04
Source: “Coordinate repatriation processes for individuals to return to their home countries.” (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: reading one thing and writing another; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Repatriation involves documented steps and bookings, but an accountable officer signs off each case.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspecting tickets and passes for validity
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at tickets, but part of it still happens in the physical world. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3319/04
Source: “Inspect tickets and passes for validity.” (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; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking whether a ticket is valid is already done by barrier scanners, though staff are still needed at the gate.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Designing new security systems for buildings and properties
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at new security systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Design new security systems for buildings and properties.” (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: Standard camera and access layouts can be drafted, but the design turns on the specific building.
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.
Designing and engineering security systems and programmable logic controllers
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at security systems, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 3319/06
Source: “Design and engineer security systems and programmable logic controllers.” (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: Controller logic and system design follow documented patterns, though commissioning happens on the equipment.
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.
Addressing and managing staff training issues to improve operational efficiency
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at staff training issues, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3319/01
Source: “Address and manage staff training issues to improve operational efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 40 out of 100 (33–47 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Training plans can be drafted from records, but sorting out staff problems means talking to the people involved.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Gathering information about individuals' character or financial status
staying human
The ratings behind this row put information well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 3319/05
Source: “Gather information about individuals' character or financial status.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Financial records can be searched, but judging someone's character comes from talking to people who know them.
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 2/4.
Monitoring tapes or digital recordings to identify the source of losses
staying human
The ratings behind this row put tapes well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 3319/06
Source: “Monitor tapes or digital recordings to identify the source of losses.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Video review tools help a lot, but somebody still has to watch and recognise what matters.
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 2/4.
Making decisions based on balancing risks
staying human
The ratings behind this row put decisions well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 3319/05
Source: “Make decisions based on balancing risks, costs, benefits and the wider impact.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 37 out of 100 (30–44 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 lay out the options, but someone has to carry the responsibility for the choice.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Implementing procurement and maintenance plans to enhance security operations
staying human
The ratings behind this row put procurement well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 3319/06
Source: “Implement procurement and maintenance plans to enhance security operations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 37 out of 100 (30–44 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.
The rating behind it: Plans can be drafted, but putting procurement and maintenance into practice involves suppliers and site visits.
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 3/4.
Engaging with stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles stakeholders and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 35 out of 100 (28–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Surveys and summaries can be automated, but drawing out what people actually need usually takes a conversation with them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Investigating cases of fraud and theft
staying human
The ratings behind this row put cases of fraud well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 90 · 3319/03
Source: “Investigate cases of fraud and theft.” (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: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Much of a fraud enquiry is data and document work, but confirming what happened still involves visits and interviews.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting investigations according to relevant standards
staying human
The ratings behind this row put investigations well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Conduct investigations according to relevant standards, considering risks in concurrent investigations.” (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: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Much of a corporate or regulatory investigation is document and data work, and no special legal authority is needed to run it.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Responding to passenger enquiries
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: passenger enquiries, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/04
Source: “Respond to passenger enquiries.” (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: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Many enquiries have standard answers, but passengers ask them in person at the terminal.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating potentially fraudulent claims
staying human
The ratings behind this row put fraudulent claims well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 3319/05
Source: “Investigate potentially fraudulent claims.” (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: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Systems flag suspicious claims and check the records, but proving one is false usually needs enquiries and conversations with people.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Liaising with external agencies like the police for necessary collaboration
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles external agencies like the police and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Liaise with external agencies like the police for necessary collaboration.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 31 out of 100 (24–38 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Referrals and paperwork can be drafted automatically, but working alongside the police depends on contacts and conversations between people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Training staff in fraud detection and prevention techniques
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles staff and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Train staff in fraud detection and prevention techniques.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Training material on fraud patterns is easy to produce, but delivering it so colleagues change how they work needs a trainer.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Training staff in security procedures
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles staff and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Train staff in security procedures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Course content is quick to produce, but running the session so staff actually follow the procedures needs a person delivering it.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring CCTV cameras and responding to alarms
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: CCTV cameras, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Monitor CCTV cameras and respond to alarms.” (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: Video analytics can flag events, but responding to an alarm means someone getting up and going.
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.
Monitoring compliance with standard operating procedures for physical security
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: compliance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for physical security.” (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: Audit checklists can be automated, but knowing whether people follow procedure means watching them.
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.
Utilising forensic evidence in investigations
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for forensic evidence, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Utilise forensic evidence in investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Results come back in reports a computer can cross-reference, but deciding what they mean for the case is the investigator's call.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Determining if passengers require special handling
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: this work, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/04
Source: “Determine if passengers require special handling, such as providing photo identification.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 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: The rules on who needs extra checks are written down, but the passenger is standing at the desk.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating cases by gathering and analysing relevant facts and evidence
staying human
The ratings behind this row put cases well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Investigate cases by gathering and analysing relevant facts and evidence.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 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 organise the facts, but working out what they mean rests on case experience.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Planning security for special and high-risk events
staying human
The ratings behind this row put security well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 3319/06
Source: “Plan security for special and high-risk events.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Standard plans and checklists can be generated, but judging the risks at a particular venue means visiting it and knowing the event.
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 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Complying with the provisions for disclosure and giving of evidence
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for the provisions, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Comply with the provisions for disclosure and giving of evidence for court, tribunal and disciplinary proceedings as appropriate.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 27 out of 100 (20–34 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Listing and scheduling material for disclosure can be automated, but the duty to disclose and answer in person falls on the investigator.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Providing safety precaution information to participants in recreational activities
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: safety precaution information, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/01
Source: “Provide safety precaution information to participants in recreational activities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low 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 safety wording is standard, but it lands because a lifeguard says it face to face before people go in.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Carrying out intelligence driven briefings
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles intelligence driven briefings and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Carry out intelligence driven briefings, taskings and debriefings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Briefings and debriefs are live sessions where the team asks questions and agrees who does what.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Educating on media utilisation to advance investigations
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles media utilisation and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3319/03
Source: “Educate on media utilisation to advance investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Teaching colleagues how to use media in cases works best as a live session with questions.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Recruiting and training new staff to ensure security service delivery
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles new staff and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 3319/06
Source: “Recruit and train new staff to ensure security service delivery.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Adverts and course material can be drafted, but interviews and training happen between people.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Ensuring the appropriate capture and preservation techniques for digital forensic material applying standard methodology and utilising appropriate forensic science technology for digital examinations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the appropriate capture, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/05
Source: “Ensure the appropriate capture and preservation techniques for digital forensic material applying standard methodology and utilising appropriate forensic science technology for digital examinations (specific tool training may be required).” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 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: The forensic method is documented, but capturing data means plugging into the actual device.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · 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.
Negotiating with responsible parties for recovery of losses due to fraud
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles responsible parties and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Negotiate with responsible parties for recovery of losses due to fraud.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 24 out of 100 (17–31 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Calculations and letters can be drafted, but persuading someone to repay what they took happens through direct negotiation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Participating in planning and briefing meetings to align team objectives
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles planning and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 3319/03
Source: “Participate in planning and briefing meetings to align team objectives.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 23 out of 100 (16–30 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Notes and agendas can be produced automatically, but agreeing what a team will do happens between the people in the room.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Coordinating with courts, schools and social work departments on matters relevant to the area of responsibility
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles courts, schools and social work departments and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3319/05
Source: “Coordinate with courts, schools, and social work departments on matters relevant to the area of responsibility.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 23 out of 100 (16–30 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Working with courts, schools and social work depends on ongoing relationships and live conversations.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Preserving and maintaining digital forensic evidence for analysis
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: digital forensic evidence, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Preserve and maintain digital forensic evidence for analysis.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 22 out of 100 (15–29 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Imaging and hashing are automated, but someone must physically take charge of the devices and prove the evidence was never altered.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Arranging for the detention of illegal immigrants as part of enforcing regulations
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for the detention of illegal immigrants, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 90 · 3319/02
Source: “Arrange for the detention of illegal immigrants as part of enforcing regulations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 20 out of 100 (13–27 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: The paperwork can be drafted, but only an authorised officer can lawfully order someone detained.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Cooperating with law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting these breaches
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for law enforcement agencies, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 3319/02
Source: “Cooperate with law enforcement agencies in investigating and prosecuting these breaches.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 20 out of 100 (13–27 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Case files can be prepared with help, but working alongside police and prosecutors happens between people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Arranging to remove people who are not allowed to stay in the UK
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for remove people who are not, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 90 · 3319/04
Source: “Arrange to remove people who are not allowed to stay in the UK.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 20 out of 100 (16–24 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Removal arrangements involve travel, escorts and legal authority that only an authorised officer holds.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Gathering information on crimes or disturbances for court cases
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: information, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Gather information on crimes or disturbances for court cases.” (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: mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Some background can be gathered online, but statements and scene detail come from being there.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Using the PEACE framework for planning and conducting interviews
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles the PEACE framework and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Use the PEACE framework for planning and conducting interviews.” (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; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: The interview model is published and planning can be automated, but conducting the interview itself is a skilled human conversation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Managing and conducting a range of complex investigations in the area of responsibility
staying human
The ratings behind this row put a range of complex investigations well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Manage and conduct a range of complex investigations in the area of responsibility.” (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 five ratings behind the score, with no single dominant reason.
The rating behind it: Running several complex cases at once means judgement calls and accountability that stay with a person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Providing expert advice and responding to emergencies
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: expert advice, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Provide expert advice and respond to emergencies as required.” (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: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Guests want a familiar person on hand when something goes wrong on holiday.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Leading fraud investigation teams to examine and resolve fraudulent activities
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles fraud investigation teams and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Lead fraud investigation teams to examine and resolve fraudulent activities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 16 out of 100 (9–23 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Leading a team through an investigation means directing people, making judgement calls and being answerable for the outcome.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Preparing victim and/or witness strategies by assessing their needs and providing support
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles victim and/or witness strategies and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Prepare victim and/or witness strategies by assessing their needs and providing support.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 16 out of 100 (9–23 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: A support plan can be written from a template, but reassuring a frightened witness depends on someone they come to trust.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Consistentlying gather evidence to required standards
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: gather evidence, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Consistently gather evidence to required standards, applying and adhering to continuity of evidence rules at all times.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 15 out of 100 (8–22 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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Someone has to physically take and hold each item and be able to swear that it never left their control.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting statements from witnesses
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles statements and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3319/05
Source: “Collect statements from witnesses.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 15 out of 100 (8–22 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Statements can be typed up automatically, but getting a witness to give a full and accurate account depends on a person asking.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Providing information by conferring with establishment officials
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles information and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3319/05
Source: “Provide information by conferring with establishment officials, security departments, police, or postal officials.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 15 out of 100 (8–22 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Getting information out of other organisations usually depends on who you know and a phone call.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Directing and supporting team members to achieve operational goals
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles team members and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3319/01
Source: “Direct and support team members to achieve operational goals.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (9–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Leading a team through a live incident rests on people trusting the person giving the orders.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Understanding investigations and the possible requirement to represent the department as a witness
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for investigations, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Understand investigations, and the possible requirement to represent the department as a witness.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (1–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, low confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Knowing how investigations work can be learned from written guidance, but only the investigator can stand up and answer for the case.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Watching for potentially dangerous individuals whose pictures are posted at checkpoints
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: potentially dangerous individuals whose pictures, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3319/04
Source: “Watch for potentially dangerous individuals whose pictures are posted at checkpoints.” (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: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Face matching software exists, yet the job as done is an officer watching people pass a checkpoint.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the potential for recruiting informants
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles the potential and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 3319/05
Source: “Assess the potential for recruiting informants.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (9–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Judging whether someone might become an informant relies on reading people, which is never written down.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Managing a security team
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles a security team and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 3319/06
Source: “Manage a security team.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (9–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Managing guards day to day rests on the team trusting the person leading them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Managing relationships with customers and stakeholders
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles relationships and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Manage relationships with customers and stakeholders, including clients, shareholders, and regulators, across various organisational contexts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (9–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Client, shareholder and regulator relationships are built by a person over time.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Supporting the asset management process by engaging with stakeholders
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles the asset management process and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Support the asset management process by engaging with stakeholders, including regulators and customers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 12 out of 100 (8–16 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Regulators and customers engage with a named person they have dealt with before.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Coordinating responses to physical security incidents to ensure safety
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: responses, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Coordinate responses to physical security incidents to ensure safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 11 out of 100 (4–18 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Incident coordination happens live over radio and phone with people who need clear direction.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Addressing pollution incidents at sea to mitigate environmental impact
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: pollution incidents, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/01
Source: “Address pollution incidents at sea to mitigate environmental impact.” (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: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Planning a pollution response uses documented playbooks, but the actual response happens on the water.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Interviewing suspects to take their statements
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for suspects, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Interview suspects to take their statements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (0–22 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, low confidence.
Why it sits in this group: someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Questioning someone suspected of wrongdoing is a live conversation with legal safeguards, and the notes only capture what the interviewer draws out.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Working with all colleagues as a team
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles all colleagues and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3319/05
Source: “Work with all colleagues as a team.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Working well alongside colleagues is about relationships built over time, not something a tool can produce.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Utilising soft skills to gather evidence during interviews
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles soft skills and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Utilise soft skills to gather evidence during interviews.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 9 out of 100 (5–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Getting someone to talk openly in an interview is about reading the person in front of you and building trust quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Contacting leads or supervisors to discuss objects of concern that are not on prohibited object lists
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: leads, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/04
Source: “Contact leads or supervisors to discuss objects of concern that are not on prohibited object lists.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 9 out of 100 (2–16 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Escalating an odd item is a quick conversation with a supervisor who can see the object.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting private investigations on a paid basis
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: private investigations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3319/05
Source: “Conduct private investigations on a paid basis.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 9 out of 100 (0–19 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence, and it moved between repeat runs, so the range is widened.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Running investigations for hire needs a state license, and much of the work happens out in the field.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Coordinating joint operations with police and Border Force officials
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: joint operations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/02, 3319/04
Source: “Coordinate joint operations with police and Border Force officials.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Joint operations are agreed in live meetings between agencies who need to trust each other's plans.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Gathering intelligence information by field observation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: intelligence information, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/04
Source: “Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential sources, or public records.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Public records can be searched automatically, but watching a location and handling confidential contacts means being out there and trusted by people.
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 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Monitoring industrial or commercial properties for rule conformance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: industrial, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/05
Source: “Monitor industrial or commercial properties for rule conformance.” (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 is following the rules means walking it and seeing what people actually do.
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.
Inspecting buildings, equipment or access points to determine security risks
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: buildings, equipment or access points, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/06
Source: “Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.” (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: Spotting a weak door or blind spot means walking the building and looking at it.
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.
Coordinating work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire brigade staff
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: work, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire brigade staff.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Working alongside ambulance, police and fire crews depends on live trust at the scene.
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 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Managing ship communication systems
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: ship communication systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3319/01
Source: “Manage ship communication systems.” (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: The radios and satellite kit sit on the bridge and have to be operated by hand.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Assisting immigration officers by operating surveillance equipment to monitor areas of interest
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: immigration officers, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/04
Source: “Assist immigration officers by operating surveillance equipment to monitor areas of interest.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Surveillance cameras and listening kit have to be set up and watched from a physical position.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Storing these exhibits securely to protect evidence and maintain confidentiality
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: these exhibits, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3319/05
Source: “Store these exhibits securely to protect evidence and maintain confidentiality.” (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: Exhibits go in sealed bags and secure stores, and the handling has to be done by a person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Investigating and resolving physical security breaches to maintain safety
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: physical security breaches, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/06
Source: “Investigate and resolve physical security breaches to maintain safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Dealing with an actual break-in means going to the place and sorting out what happened.
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.
Overseeing the installation of security systems to enhance organisational security
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the installation of security systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Oversee the installation of security systems to enhance organisational security.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Overseeing an installation means being on site while cameras and locks go in.
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.
Testing security measures for final acceptance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: security measures, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Test security measures for final acceptance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Final acceptance means standing at the equipment and proving each part works.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Monitoring the work of contractors in the design
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the work of contractors, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/06
Source: “Monitor the work of contractors in the design, construction, and startup phases of security systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 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 contractors' work means being on site while it is being installed and started up.
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.
Responding to reports of wreckage along the coast to ensure safety
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: reports of wreckage along the coast, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/01
Source: “Respond to reports of wreckage along the coast to ensure safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (0–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Someone has to travel to the shoreline and look at the wreckage before anything can be decided.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Requesting medical assistance
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: medical assistance, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/01
Source: “Request medical assistance when necessary.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (0–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Deciding an ambulance is needed depends on watching what is happening at the poolside or beach.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Carrying out searches of premises
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: searches of premises, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Carry out searches of premises, individuals, and business records adhering to policy.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (0–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Searching premises and people is physical work needing legal authority, though the records part can be examined on a computer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Testing security, evacuation and emergency plans
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: security, evacuation and emergency plans, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3319/06
Source: “Test security, evacuation, and emergency plans.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: A drill only tests anything if people actually walk the route and the timings are watched.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting field work to investigate financial discrepancies
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: field work, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Conduct field work to investigate financial discrepancies.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 5 out of 100 (1–9 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Field work means going to premises, meeting people and seeing things that are not in any database.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting interviews to collect information for investigations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: interviews, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Conduct interviews to collect information for investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 4 out of 100 (0–8 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Getting someone to open up in an interview depends on a person sitting with them.
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 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Interviewing witnesses to identify persons responsible for security breaches
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: witnesses, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Interview witnesses to identify persons responsible for security breaches.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 4 out of 100 (0–8 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Witnesses tell you useful things when a person sits with them and earns their confidence.
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 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Interviewing individuals to establish losses and pursue prosecutions
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: individuals, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3319/06
Source: “Interview individuals to establish losses and pursue prosecutions.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 4 out of 100 (0–8 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: People admit losses and agree to give statements when a person sits down with them.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting interviews to gather evidence for fraud investigations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: interviews, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Conduct interviews to gather evidence for fraud investigations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 3 out of 100 (0–7 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Investigative interviews depend on a person reading responses in the room and following legal procedure.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Questioning persons to obtain evidence for cases of divorce
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: persons, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/05
Source: “Question persons to obtain evidence for cases of divorce, child custody, or missing persons.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 3 out of 100 (0–7 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Questioning people about divorce or a missing relative depends on trust built face to face.
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 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Giving evidence in court concerning investigation findings
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: evidence, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/03
Source: “Give evidence in court concerning investigation findings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 2 out of 100 (0–6 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Only the investigator who did the work can go into the witness box and be cross-examined about what they found.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Participating in search-and-rescue operations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: search-and-rescue operations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3319/01
Source: “Participate in search-and-rescue operations.” (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: Search and rescue means being out on the water or ground with the team and equipment to reach people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Responding to emergency calls to provide assistance and ensuring safety
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: emergency calls, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3319/01
Source: “Respond to emergency calls to provide assistance and ensure safety.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Answering an emergency call means physically getting to the person and helping them 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 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Safelying conduct a search to locate life involved in fire and other incidents
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: conduct a search, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/01
Source: “Safely conduct a search to locate life involved in fire and other incidents, using a range of rescue equipment.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Searching a fire scene for casualties with rescue gear can only be done by a person on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Administering first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: first aid, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/01
Source: “Administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: First aid and resuscitation are physical acts performed directly on a casualty by someone who is there.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Examining injured persons to assess their condition
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: injured persons, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/01
Source: “Examine injured persons to assess their condition.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Checking an injured person's condition needs eyes, hands and presence at the scene.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Operating underwater recovery units to retrieve objects or samples from aquatic environments
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: underwater recovery units, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3319/01
Source: “Operate underwater recovery units to retrieve objects or samples from aquatic environments.” (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: Recovering objects underwater is done with equipment operated at the 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 1/4.
Carrying out searches for prohibited items
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: searches, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3319/02, 3319/04
Source: “Carry out searches for prohibited items.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Searching bags, vehicles or people for banned items is done with hands and eyes at the border.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Inspecting cargo, baggage and personal articles entering or leaving the UK for compliance with revenue laws and UK customs regulations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: cargo, baggage and personal articles entering, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3319/02
Source: “Inspect cargo, baggage, and personal articles entering or leaving the UK for compliance with revenue laws and UK customs 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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Opening containers and examining goods is physical work at a port or airport.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Searching people, luggage and vehicles for prohibited items being taken in or out of the country
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: people, luggage and vehicles, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3319/02
Source: “Search people, luggage, and vehicles for prohibited items being taken in or out of the country.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Searching a person, their luggage or their car requires an officer present with legal authority.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Detaining individuals found to be in breach of customs or immigration laws
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: individuals found, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3319/02
Source: “Detain individuals found to be in breach of customs or immigration laws.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Detaining someone is a legal power exercised in person and cannot be delegated to software.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 4/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Locating and seizing contraband, undeclared merchandise and vehicles or vessels containing such items
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: contraband, undeclared merchandise and vehicles or vessels, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3319/02
Source: “Locate and seize contraband, undeclared merchandise, and vehicles or vessels containing such items.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Finding and taking hidden goods off a lorry or vessel is hands-on work with legal authority.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Giving evidence in Crown Court regarding decisions
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: evidence, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/02
Source: “Give evidence in Crown Court regarding decisions.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Giving evidence in Crown Court means a person standing in the witness box and being questioned.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 4/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Arresting individuals to be charged with fraud
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: individuals, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/03
Source: “Arrest individuals to be charged with fraud.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: An arrest is a legal power carried out in person and cannot be done from a screen.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 4/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Serving subpoenas
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: subpoenas, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3319/03
Source: “Serve subpoenas.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Serving papers means physically handing them to the right person and proving you did.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Taking fingerprints as part of identity verification
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: fingerprints, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/04
Source: “Take fingerprints as part of identity verification.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Taking fingerprints means placing someone's hand on a scanner in front of you.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Challenging suspicious people, requesting their passes and asking what their business is in a particular areas
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: suspicious people, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3319/04
Source: “Challenge suspicious people, requesting their passes and asking what their business is in a particular areas.” (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 value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Stopping and questioning someone in a corridor requires a person physically standing there.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Carrying out undercover assignments
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: undercover assignments, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Carry out undercover assignments.” (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; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Working undercover means physically being somewhere as someone else, which no software can do.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 0/4.
Observing and documenting activities of individuals to detect unlawful acts or to obtain evidence
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: activities of individuals, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3319/05
Source: “Observe and document activities of individuals to detect unlawful acts or to obtain evidence for cases, using binoculars and still or video cameras.” (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: Following someone with binoculars and a camera is done from a car or a doorway.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Inspecting and testing fire, intruder detection or other security systems to verify operational effectiveness
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: fire, intruder detection or other security systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3319/06
Source: “Inspect and test fire, intruder detection, or other security systems to verify operational effectiveness.” (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: Testing an alarm or fire system means triggering the devices and checking they work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Installing, maintaining or repairing security systems and alarm devices as per electrical layouts and building plans
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: security systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3319/06
Source: “Install, maintain, or repair security systems and alarm devices as per electrical layouts and building plans.” (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: Fitting cameras, cabling and alarm panels is physical installation work in the building.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Acting as a keyholder for access to buildings and controlled areas
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: a keyholder, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3319/06
Source: “Act as a keyholder for access to buildings and controlled areas.” (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: Holding keys and opening up a building is by definition something a person does in person.
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: £44,000a 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: 98,800in 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: detailed case reports in, a record out. The rows above are exactly that shape: using intelligence to advance complex investigations and writing detailed case reports for legal and social services. What it cannot do is be answerable: evidence needs a named person the rules will accept, and software cannot be that person. 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

Your week is splitting in two, and which half fills it is the whole question. Using intelligence to advance complex investigations is going; giving evidence in court is not.

So, given all that: 31% of this job's task weight sits in rows the software is already learning, 14% in rows that change shape rather than disappear, and 56% in rows it is nowhere near. That is the position, measured across 184 scored tasks. It is not a forecast about you.

The occupation is an average and you are not, so the first job below is finding out where your own week actually sits.

This week: one thing

Print the task ledger above and put your own hours next to each row. Roughly, in pen, in one sitting. Then look at which group your hours actually pile up in. Twenty minutes, this week.

What you end up holding: your own week, on one page, sorted into what is shifting and what is not
How long it takes: about twenty minutes

If printing it isn’t practical: Read the rows off this page and write the same list on the back of an envelope. Same twenty minutes, same page, and it works just as well said out loud to someone who knows the job. The point is your hours next to the rows, not the paper it is on.

Over the next 90 days

Volunteer toward the durable end, visibly. Over the next ninety days put your hand up for the work in the bottom group (giving evidence in court) and let people see you doing it. Not a new project: the same job, with your mix deliberately tilted. The point is that when the rota or the reorganisation comes, the version of you people picture is the one doing the part that stays.

Over the next 12 months

Claim a specialism at the durable end and let the other end go. Over a year, deliberately become the person who handles giving evidence in court, and deliberately stop being the first choice for the rows in the top group. That trade costs something, because the exposed work is often the comfortable work. Decide it on purpose rather than by drift. 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 protective service associate professionals n.e.c. (nearest by the work that AI is not taking, not by job title), and none of them survived. The closest was chartered and certified accountants: only about 8% of its durable work is work you already do. And on the numbers you do not need one. This job scores 36/100 here, with only 31% of the task list in the top band, and “carry out searches for prohibited items” 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.

Chartered and certified accountants
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “give evidence in court concerning investigation findings”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 8% 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 8% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
Cyber security professionals
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “investigate cases of fraud and theft”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 7% 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 7% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
Solicitors and lawyers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour on the work AI is not taking: you already compile evidence for legal investigations and court proceedings, and their equivalent is to examine and cross-examine witnesses to gather evidence in legal proceedings. Across both published task lists that is about 4% of the durable work in that job.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 4% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Look at that job’s page anyway →

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: 31% of its task weight, across 184 scored tasks. Every row behind it is printed above with the source. Check ours; ignore theirs.
The whole-job doom story
Nothing on this page says this job ends. It says the mix inside it moves. Half the rows above are unchanged or changing shape, and the plan is about which half your week sits in. That is a very different problem, and a solvable one.
Panic-buying a course
Do the twenty-minute sorting exercise first. Most people who buy a course before they have done it buy the wrong one, and the free services listed below will tell you the same thing without charging for it.
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 Financial Specialists, All Other 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 Financial Specialists, All Other. 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:
National Careers Service
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
- Discover your skills and careers (the skills assessment)
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:
Skills Bootcamps
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
- Skills Bootcamps - what they are and who can do them (DfE, Skills for Careers)
- Skills Bootcamps - JobHelp (DWP)
In Scotland:
My World of Work (Skills Development Scotland)
In Scotland it's My World of Work, from Skills Development Scotland.
Free, publicly funded
- Skills Development Scotland
In Wales:
Careers 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 protective service associate professionals n.e.c., 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 31% of the work on this page is already inside what they can do.

Try The AI Authority free →

7 days free, no card needed. Explore up to 2 Spaces before you choose a plan: you pick a plan later, not now.

The AI Authority is a general community about working with AI, not a course for protective service associate professionals n.e.c.. 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 Space for protective service associate professionals n.e.c. yet. Should there be one?

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What a Space actually is, in full

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Questions people ask about this job

Will AI replace Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.?: Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 184 official task statements scored for Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. (United Kingdom, SOC 3319), 31% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 36 out of 100 (range 31–42, band: low). 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 “Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.” can AI already do?: The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Create and maintain logs, records, or databases of information about fraudulent activity” (93/100, very high); “Review sales receipts or till rolls to identify shortages” (93/100, very high); “Send out weather and tidal reports to relevant stakeholders” (88/100, very 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 “Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.” stay human?: About 56% 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: “Act as a keyholder for access to buildings and controlled areas” (0/100, minimal); “Install, maintain, or repair security systems and alarm devices as per electrical layouts and building plans” (0/100, minimal); “Inspect and test fire, intruder detection, or other security systems to verify operational effectiveness” (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 “Protective service associate professionals n.e.c.” do about AI?: Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 31% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 56% 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 Protective service associate professionals n.e.c. 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 184 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.
One task scored differently between repeat runs, so its range on this page is wider. We would rather show the wobble than hide it.
2 rows are marked low confidence, so treat them as a ballpark rather than a fine 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.
14 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.
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)
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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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).

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@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}
}

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