ISCO-08 5419
Protective services workers not elsewhere classified
32.5%
ADI · 238th of 433 · 95% interval 25.9–40.6
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 32.5% of the task time of protective services workers not elsewhere classified, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full32.5%
238th of 433 · interval 25.9–40.6
ADI3 · full delegation0.0%
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
ADIs · share of time28.3%
251st of 433 · interval 25.0–32.2
Evidence167
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 2.6 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 36.3%L1Augmentation · 31.1%L2Partial delegation · 32.5%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
167 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct or escort pedestrians across streets, stopping traffic, as necessary.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 22 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as street and railroad crossings and construction sites.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Patrol or monitor recreational areas, such as trails, slopes, or swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 1.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps through which pedestrians can cross streets.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 1.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 16 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Direct traffic movement or warn of hazards, using signs, flags, lanterns, and hand signals.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 1.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Communicate traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and adults.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 12% | 10 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care |
| Patrol assigned areas by car, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot to enforce game, fish, or boating laws or to manage wildlife programs, lakes, or land.Fish and Game Wardens | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Observe activities in assigned areas, using binoculars, to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers · supplemental task | 1.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 4.1 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Write reports of activities, and maintain files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.Animal Control Workers | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 38 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Answer inquiries from the public concerning animal control operations.Animal Control Workers | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 10 min | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Protect and preserve native wildlife, plants, or ecosystems.Fish and Game Wardens | 1.0% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Educate the public about animal welfare, and animal control laws and regulations.Animal Control Workers | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 14% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Distribute traffic control signs and markers at designated points.Crossing Guards and Flaggers · supplemental task | 0.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
Show the other 152 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remove captured animals from animal-control service vehicles and place animals in shelter cages or other enclosures.Animal Control Workers | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 10 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 8 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Stop speeding vehicles to warn drivers of traffic laws.Crossing Guards and Flaggers · supplemental task | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 22 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports.Animal Control Workers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Inspect recreational equipment, such as rope tows, T-bars, J-bars, or chair lifts, for safety hazards and damage or wear.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 20 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Issue warnings or citations and file reports as necessary.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Learn the location and purpose of street traffic signs within assigned patrol areas.Crossing Guards and Flaggers · supplemental task | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Inspect recreational facilities for cleanliness.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 28 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Question callers to determine their locations and the nature of their problems to determine type of response needed.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 4 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Determine response requirements and relative priorities of situations, and dispatch units in accordance with established procedures.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 6 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Record details of calls, dispatches, and messages.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Clean facilities and equipment such as dog pens and animal control trucks.Animal Control Workers | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.0 h | Physical presence |
| Enter and retrieve information pertaining to vehicle registration, identification, and status, using hand-held computers.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 2 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Contact animal owners to inform them that their pets are at animal holding facilities.Animal Control Workers | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 18 min | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Receive incoming telephone or alarm system calls regarding emergency and non-emergency police and fire service, emergency ambulance service, information, and after-hours calls for departments within a city.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 5 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Issue warnings or citations in connection with animal-related offenses, or contact police to report violations and request arrests.Animal Control Workers | 0.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Relay information and messages to and from emergency sites, to law enforcement agencies, and to all other individuals or groups requiring notification.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 5 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 22 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Investigate known or suspected internal theft, external theft, or vendor fraud.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 6.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Patrol an assigned area by vehicle or on foot to ensure public compliance with existing parking ordinance.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Implement or monitor processes to reduce property or financial losses.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary.Animal Control Workers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Examine animals for injuries or malnutrition, and arrange for any necessary medical treatment.Animal Control Workers | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor various radio frequencies, such as those used by public works departments, school security, and civil defense, to stay apprised of developing situations.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 4.3 h | Access to systems |
| Answer routine inquiries, and refer calls not requiring dispatches to appropriate departments and agencies.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 4 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Supply animals with food, water, and personal care.Animal Control Workers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 40 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Write warnings and citations for illegally parked vehicles.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 4 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Investigate hunting accidents or reports of fish or game law violations.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 6.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Read and effectively interpret small-scale maps and information from a computer screen to determine locations and provide directions.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 4 min | Access to systems |
| Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures for loss prevention, physical security, or risk management.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Verify proper functioning of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit televisions, alarms, sensor tag systems, or locks.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Identify and report safety concerns to maintain a safe shopping and working environment.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 35 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Enter, update, and retrieve information from teletype networks and computerized data systems regarding such things as wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, and stolen vehicles.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 6 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Scan status charts and computer screens, and contact emergency response field units to determine emergency units available for dispatch.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 3 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain documentation or reports on security-related incidents or investigations.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 45 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify and report merchandise or stock shortages.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Perform covert surveillance of areas susceptible to loss, such loading docks, distribution centers, or warehouses.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Provide emergency medical instructions to callers.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 6 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Maintain access to, and security of, highly sensitive materials.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain close communications with dispatching personnel, using two-way radios or cell phones.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Respond to students' questions, requests, or complaints.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 3 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Talk to children's parents or guardians about problematic behaviors, emotional or developmental problems, or related issues.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 18 min | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor for trains at railroad crossings and signal the bus driver when it is safe to proceed.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 2 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to dispatchers or other bus drivers, using phones or mobile two-way radios.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 10% | 4 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Prevent or defuse altercations between students.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 10 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Operate a wheelchair lift to load or unload wheelchairs.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 4 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Announce routes or stops.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 2 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Assist children with disabilities or children with psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues with boarding and exiting the school bus.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 12 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care |
| Clean school bus interiors by picking up waste, wiping down windows, or vacuuming.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 22 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Direct students boarding and exiting the school bus.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 15 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Direct students evacuating the bus during safety drills.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 15 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Open and close school bus doors for students.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 2 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Escort young children across roads or highways.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 5 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care |
| Evacuate students from the school bus in emergency situations.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 8 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Guide the driver when the bus is moving in reverse gear.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 2 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor the conduct of students to maintain discipline and safety.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Buckle seatbelts or fasten wheelchair tie-down straps to secure passengers for transportation.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 6 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Write and submit reports that include data such as the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage driven, or fuel consumed.School Bus Monitors · supplemental task | 0.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 30 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Mark tires of parked vehicles with chalk and record time of marking, and return at regular intervals to ensure that parking time limits are not exceeded.Parking Enforcement Workers · supplemental task | 0.7% | L0 | L0L0 | 5% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Report unsafe behavior of children to school officials.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 10 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 4 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Maintain assigned equipment and supplies, such as hand-held citation computers, citation books, rain gear, tire-marking chalk, and street cones.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Inspect buildings, equipment, or access points to determine security risks.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Respond to and make radio dispatch calls regarding parking violations and complaints.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 5 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Operate and maintain mobile dispatch vehicles and equipment.Public Safety Telecommunicators · supplemental task | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Identify vehicles in violation of parking codes, checking with dispatchers when necessary to confirm identities or to determine whether vehicles need to be booted or towed.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 10 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Compile and present evidence for court actions.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Observe alarm registers and scan maps to determine whether a specific emergency is in the dispatch service area.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 2 min | Access to systems |
| Record license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals, and report infractions to appropriate authorities.Crossing Guards and Flaggers | 0.6% | L0 | L0L2 | 28% | 5 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance in the safe use of equipment, such as ski lifts.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L0 | L0L2 | 22% | 32 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Organize the adoption of unclaimed animals.Animal Control Workers | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Examine animal licenses, and inspect establishments housing animals for compliance with laws.Animal Control Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Provide information to the public regarding parking regulations and facilities, and the location of streets, buildings and points of interest.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.6% | L1 | L1L3 | 55% | 6 min | Physical presence |
| Conduct store audits to identify problem areas or procedural deficiencies.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as required.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Prepare written reports on investigations.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 1.5 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor alarm systems to detect emergencies, such as fires and illegal entry into establishments.Public Safety Telecommunicators · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 25 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance with staff selection, training, and supervision.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Discuss traffic routing plans and control-point locations with superiors.Crossing Guards and Flaggers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L1 | L1L1 | 28% | 30 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Perform simple vehicle maintenance procedures, such as checking oil and gas, and report mechanical problems to supervisors.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Assign and review the work of subordinates.Parking Enforcement Workers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 45 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Inform drivers of detour routes through construction sites.Crossing Guards and Flaggers · supplemental task | 0.6% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 18 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Inspect commercial operations relating to fish or wildlife, recreation, or protected areas.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals.Animal Control Workers | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 25 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Maintain files of information relating to emergency calls, such as personnel rosters and emergency call-out and pager files.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 45 min | Access to systems |
| Direct work of contract security officers or other loss prevention agents.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.5% | L0 | L1L0 | 15% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Recommend methods to reduce potential financial fraud losses.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L3 | 75% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Wind parking meter clocks.Parking Enforcement Workers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 2 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Locate lost, stolen, and counterfeit parking permits, and take necessary enforcement action.Parking Enforcement Workers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 21 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Train establishment personnel in loss prevention activities.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Operate underwater recovery units.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Design or implement control measures to prevent or counteract damage caused by wildlife or people.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 35% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and give evidence in court.Animal Control Workers | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 38% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Provide advice or information to park or reserve visitors.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 40% | 14 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Apprehend shoplifters in accordance with guidelines.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 45 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Observe and report hazardous conditions, such as missing traffic signals or signs, and street markings that need to be repainted.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 12 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Prepare and maintain required records, including logs of parking enforcement activities, and records of contested citations.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 32 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Investigate and answer complaints regarding contested parking citations, determining their validity and routing them appropriately.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 25 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect coins deposited in meters.Parking Enforcement Workers · supplemental task | 0.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Survey areas and compile figures of bag counts of hunters to determine the effectiveness of control measures.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 8.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Arrange for disposition of fish or game illegally taken or possessed.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect and report information on populations or conditions of fish and wildlife in their habitats, availability of game food or cover, or suspected pollution.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Seize equipment used in fish and game law violations.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 14% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to report or investigate crimes.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 1.5 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Address schools, civic groups, sporting clubs, or the media to disseminate information concerning wildlife conservation and regulations.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care |
| Recommend new or improved processes or equipment to reduce risk exposure.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Serve warrants and make arrests.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Make arrangements for illegally parked or abandoned vehicles to be towed, and direct tow-truck drivers to the correct vehicles.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 28 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Coordinate with risk management, human resources, or other departments to assist in company programs, investigations, or training.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 1.8 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Patrol the premises to prevent or detect intrusion, protect property, or preserve order.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.4% | L0 | L1L0 | 8% | 1.4 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Test and adjust communication and alarm systems, and report malfunctions to maintenance units.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 30 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Promote or provide hunter or trapper safety training.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 38% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Conduct employee background investigations and review reports with operational or human resources managers.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists · supplemental task | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 3.5 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor and authorize entry of employees, visitors, or other persons.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 38% | 12 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Provide assistance to motorists needing help with problems, such as flat tires, keys locked in cars, or dead batteries.Parking Enforcement Workers · supplemental task | 0.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 15% | 28 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Secure entrances and exits by locking doors and gates.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L0 | L1L0 | 10% | 25 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Write reports documenting observations made while on patrol.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor the behavior of security employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, or procedures.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Recommend revisions in hunting and trapping regulations or in animal management programs so that wildlife balances or habitats can be maintained.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 6.5 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Investigate disturbances on the premises, such as security alarms, altercations, and suspicious activity.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 38 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Investigate crop, property, or habitat damage or destruction or instances of water pollution to determine causes and to advise property owners of preventive measures.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Appear in court at hearings regarding contested traffic citations.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Advise employees in handling problems or resolving complaints from customers, tenants, detainees, or other persons.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 22 min | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Assign security personnel to posts or patrols.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 38 min | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Participate in search-and-rescue operations.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 7.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Inspect and adjust security equipment to ensure it is operational or to detect evidence of tampering.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Monitor closed-circuit television cameras.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.5 h | Access to systems |
| Issue licenses, permits, or other documentation.Fish and Game Wardens | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 18 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Respond to critical incidents, such as catastrophic events, violent weather, or civil disorders.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 25% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Explain company policies and procedures to staff using oral or written communication.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 45 min | Trust and care |
| Document the extent of crop, property, or habitat damage and make financial loss estimates or compensation recommendations.Fish and Game Wardens · supplemental task | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Participate in recreational demonstrations to entertain resort guests.Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.Retail Loss Prevention Specialists | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 15% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Train police officers in dog handling and training techniques for tracking, crowd control, and narcotics and bomb detection.Animal Control Workers · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care |
| Screen individuals and belongings to prevent passage of prohibited materials using walkthrough detectors, wands, or bag searches.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 3% | 6 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Perform facilities maintenance work, such as constructing or repairing structures or controlling weeds or pests.Fish and Game Wardens · supplemental task | 0.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Learn material and pass required tests for certification.Public Safety Telecommunicators | 0.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 23 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform traffic control duties such as setting up barricades and temporary signs, placing bags on parking meters to limit their use, or directing traffic.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 35 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Develop and document security procedures, policies, or standards.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 5.0 h | Access to systems |
| Supervise the activities of seasonal workers.Fish and Game Wardens · supplemental task | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 4.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Apprehend or evict trespassers, rule violators, or other security threats from the premises.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 30 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Order materials or supplies, such as keys, uniforms, and badges.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers · supplemental task | 0.2% | L2 | L2L3 | 75% | 42 min | Access to systems |
| Log items distributed to persons, such as keys and key cards.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 4 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Recruit, interview, and hire security personnel.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 6.5 h | Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Train new or temporary staff.Parking Enforcement Workers | 0.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Train security personnel on protective procedures, first aid, fire safety, and other duties.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 38% | 3.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care |
| Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire, bomb threats, and presence of unauthorized persons.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 5 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Schedule training or drills for emergencies, such as fires, bombs, and other threats.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 2.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Write and present department budgets to upper management or other stakeholders.First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers · supplemental task | 0.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 5.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Participate in firefighting efforts.Fish and Game Wardens · supplemental task | 0.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 8.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.
Against other measures
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 32.5% | 45 |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.303 | 48 |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -0.176 | 46 |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 46.75 | 36 |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.135 | 44 |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.019 | 48 |
Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.
Same sub-major group (54)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Security guards 5414 | 34.0 | |
| Police officers 5412 | 27.9 | |
| Prison guards 5413 | 19.5 | |
| Fire-fighters 5411 | 14.4 |
Dashed line: protective services workers not elsewhere classified (32.5%).
Cite this record
Text
Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Protective services workers not elsewhere classified (ISCO-08 5419), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/5419
BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
title = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
author = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
year = {2026},
publisher = {Zenodo},
version = {v2026.1},
doi = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
url = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
note = {Record: Protective services workers not elsewhere classified (ISCO-08 5419)}
}Machine-readable
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