ISCO-08 7522
Cabinet-makers and related workers
19.6%
ADI · 301st of 433 · 95% interval 11.0–28.8
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 19.6% of the task time of cabinet-makers and related workers, and finish 1.2% alone. Most of the rest requires physical presence.
ADI · partial or full19.6%
301st of 433 · interval 11.0–28.8
ADI3 · full delegation1.2%
149th of 433 · interval 0.0–3.6
ADIs · share of time22.1%
295th of 433 · interval 17.8–26.9
Evidence76
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 8.5 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 53.4%L1Augmentation · 27.0%L2Partial delegation · 18.4%L3Full delegation · 1.2%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
76 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications, and consult with designers to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups.Model Makers, Wood | 2.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand models to attain specified shapes, using hand tools.Model Makers, Wood | 2.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.0 h | Physical presence |
| Fit, fasten, and assemble wood parts together to form patterns, models, or sections, using glue, nails, dowels, bolts, screws, and other fasteners.Model Makers, Wood | 2.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Verify dimensions and contours of models during hand-forming processes, using templates and measuring devices.Model Makers, Wood | 2.0% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 20 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Construct wooden models, patterns, templates, full scale mock-ups, and molds for parts of products and production tools.Model Makers, Wood | 2.0% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 6.0 h | Physical presence |
| Mark identifying information on patterns, parts, and templates to indicate assembly methods and details.Model Makers, Wood | 1.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Select wooden stock, determine layouts, and mark layouts of parts on stock, using precision equipment such as scribers, squares, and protractors.Model Makers, Wood | 1.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and planers to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.Model Makers, Wood | 1.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Plan, lay out, and draw outlines of units, sectional patterns, or full-scale mock-ups of products.Model Makers, Wood | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 2.3 h | Physical presence |
| Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 45 min | Access to systems |
| Fit, fasten, and assemble wood parts together to form patterns, models, or sections, using glue, nails, dowels, bolts, and screws.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.7% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 2.0 h | Physical presence |
| Maintain pattern records for reference.Model Makers, Wood | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 45 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Produce or assemble components of articles, such as store fixtures, office equipment, cabinets, or high-grade furniture.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.6% | L0 | L0L2 | 20% | 4.0 h | Physical presence |
| Trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand models to attain specified shapes, using hand tools.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.6% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 3.0 h | Physical presence |
| Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 25 min | Physical presence |
Show the other 61 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock prior to cutting, following blueprints, to ensure a tight fit and quality product.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Issue patterns to designated machine operators.Model Makers, Wood | 1.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 18 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and lathes to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Attach parts or subassemblies together to form completed units, using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 42 min | Physical presence |
| Establish the specifications of articles to be constructed or repaired, or plan the methods or operations for shaping or assembling parts, based on blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or oral or written instructions.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 1.3 h | Access to systems |
| Set up or operate machines, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, or shapers, to cut, mold, or shape woodstock or wood substitutes.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.5% | L0 | L0L1 | 8% | 42 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Brush, spray, or hand-rub finishing ingredients, such as paint, oil, stain, or wax, onto and into wood grain and apply lacquer or other sealers.Furniture Finishers | 1.5% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Lay out patterns on wood stock and draw outlines of units, sectional patterns, or full-scale mock-ups of products, based on blueprint specifications and sketches, and using marking and measuring devices.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.5% | L1 | L1L1 | 22% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Build jigs that can be used as guides for assembling oversized or special types of box shooks.Model Makers, Wood | 1.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 4.0 h | Physical presence |
| Divide patterns into sections according to shapes of castings to facilitate removal of patterns from molds.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.4% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Smooth, shape, and touch up surfaces to prepare them for finishing, using sandpaper, pumice stones, steel wool, chisels, sanders, or grinders.Furniture Finishers | 1.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Verify dimensions of completed patterns, using templates, straightedges, calipers, or protractors.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.4% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Fabricate work aids such as scrapers or templates.Model Makers, Wood | 1.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Estimate the amounts, types, or costs of needed materials.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters · supplemental task | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 72% | 1.0 h | Access to systems |
| Select appropriate finishing ingredients such as paint, stain, lacquer, shellac, or varnish, depending on factors such as wood hardness and surface type.Furniture Finishers | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Trim, sand, or scrape surfaces or joints to prepare articles for finishing.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.0 h | Physical presence |
| Fill and smooth cracks or depressions, remove marks and imperfections, and repair broken parts, using plastic or wood putty, glue, nails, or screws.Furniture Finishers | 1.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.1 h | Physical presence |
| Match materials for color, grain, or texture, giving attention to knots or other features of the wood.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 22% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Install hardware, such as hinges, handles, catches, or drawer pulls, using hand tools.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 20 min | Physical presence |
| Cut timber to the right size, and shape and trim parts of joints to ensure a snug fit, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Remove old finishes and damaged or deteriorated parts, using hand tools, stripping tools, sandpaper, steel wool, abrasives, solvents, or dip baths.Furniture Finishers | 1.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Finish completed products or models with shellac, lacquer, wax, or paint.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.3% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Bore holes for insertion of screws or dowels, by hand or using boring machines.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 22 min | Physical presence |
| Remove accessories prior to finishing, and mask areas that should not be exposed to finishing processes or substances.Furniture Finishers | 1.3% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 42 min | Physical presence |
| Correct patterns to compensate for defects in castings.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.3% | L1 | L1L1 | 22% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Mark identifying information such as colors or codes on patterns, parts, and templates to indicate assembly methods.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 12% | 18 min | Physical presence |
| Confer with customers to determine furniture colors or finishes.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 1.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 42% | 30 min | Physical presence, Trust and care |
| Wash surfaces to prepare them for finish application.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 1.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Glue fillets along interior angles of patterns.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 20 min | Physical presence |
| Select lumber to be used for patterns.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.2% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Perform final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 1% | 30 min | Physical presence |
| Treat warped or stained surfaces to restore original contours and colors.Furniture Finishers | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Mix finish ingredients to obtain desired colors or shades.Furniture Finishers | 1.2% | L0 | L0L1 | 16% | 25 min | Physical presence |
| Replace or refurbish upholstery of items, using tacks, adhesives, softeners, solvents, stains, or polish.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 1.2% | L0 | L0L0 | 6% | 3.0 h | Physical presence |
| Examine furniture to determine the extent of damage or deterioration, and to decide on the best method for repair or restoration.Furniture Finishers | 1.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 22% | 38 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Compute dimensions, areas, volumes, and weights.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.2% | L3 | L3L3 | 85% | 30 min | Access to systems |
| Follow blueprints to produce specific designs.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 1.2% | L0 | L0L2 | 22% | 3.0 h | Physical presence |
| Finish patterns or models with protective or decorative coatings such as shellac, lacquer, or wax.Model Makers, Wood · supplemental task | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 1.5 h | Physical presence |
| Estimate costs for patternmaking jobs.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 1.1 h | Access to systems |
| Repair broken or damaged patterns.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 10% | 1.8 h | Physical presence |
| Recommend woods, colors, finishes, and furniture styles, using knowledge of wood products, fashions, and styles.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 45 min | Trust and care |
| Construct wooden models, templates, full scale mock-ups, jigs, or molds for shaping parts of products.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 20% | 6.0 h | Physical presence |
| Maintain pattern records for reference.Patternmakers, Wood | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 45 min | Access to systems |
| Remove excess solvent, using cloths soaked in paint thinner.Furniture Finishers | 1.1% | L0 | L0L0 | 0% | 15 min | Physical presence |
| Paint metal surfaces electrostatically, or by using a spray gun or other painting equipment.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Disassemble items to prepare them for finishing, using hand tools.Furniture Finishers | 1.1% | L0 | L0L1 | 9% | 45 min | Physical presence |
| Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, paneling, or other pieces.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters | 1.0% | L0 | L0L2 | 15% | 2.5 h | Physical presence |
| Distress surfaces with woodworking tools or abrasives before staining to create an antique appearance, or rub surfaces to bring out highlights and shadings.Furniture Finishers | 1.0% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.3 h | Physical presence |
| Apply Masonite, formica, or vinyl surfacing materials.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters · supplemental task | 1.0% | L0 | L0L1 | 6% | 52 min | Physical presence |
| Dip, brush, or spray assembled articles with protective or decorative finishes, such as stain, varnish, paint, or lacquer.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters · supplemental task | 0.9% | L0 | L0L1 | 5% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Spread graining ink over metal portions of furniture to simulate wood-grain finish.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 0.9% | L0 | L0L0 | 2% | 30 min | Physical presence |
| Stencil, gild, emboss, mark, or paint designs or borders to reproduce the original appearance of restored pieces, or to decorate new pieces.Furniture Finishers | 0.9% | L1 | L1L1 | 15% | 2.0 h | Physical presence |
| Design furniture, using computer-aided drawing programs.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters · supplemental task | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Draw up detailed specifications and discuss projects with customers.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters · supplemental task | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Design, create, and decorate entire pieces or specific parts of furniture, such as draws for cabinets.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 0.8% | L1 | L1L1 | 18% | 4.8 h | Physical presence |
| Program computers to operate machinery.Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters · supplemental task | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Collect and store patterns and lumber.Patternmakers, Wood | 0.8% | L0 | L0L1 | 14% | 52 min | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Inventory equipment and supplies, ordering parts and tools as necessary.Patternmakers, Wood | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 1.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Brush bleaching agents on wood surfaces to restore natural color.Furniture Finishers · supplemental task | 0.8% | L0 | L0L0 | 4% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Issue patterns to designated machine operators.Patternmakers, Wood · supplemental task | 0.7% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 18 min | Physical presence, Trust and care, 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) | 19.6% | 31 |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.141 | 26 |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | -1.078 | 17 |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 58 | 53 |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.069 | 28 |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.008 | 39 |
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 (75)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Product graders and testers (excluding foods and beverages) 7543 | 38.0 | |
| Garment and related pattern-makers and cutters 7532 | 31.0 | |
| Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers 7544 | 30.0 | |
| Craft and related workers not elsewhere classified 7549 | 20.8 | |
| Wood treaters 7521 | 19.8 | |
| Bakers, pastry-cooks and confectionery makers 7512 | 19.0 | |
| Upholsterers and related workers 7534 | 18.7 | |
| Shotfirers and blasters 7542 | 14.9 | |
| Dairy-products makers 7513 | 13.9 | |
| Food and beverage tasters and graders 7515 | 7.9 | |
| Butchers, fishmongers and related food preparers 7511 | 7.8 | |
| Woodworking-machine tool setters and operators 7523 | 7.8 |
Dashed line: cabinet-makers and related workers (19.6%).
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: Cabinet-makers and related workers (ISCO-08 7522), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/7522
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: Cabinet-makers and related workers (ISCO-08 7522)}
}Machine-readable
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