Human Oversight
Operational controls for human oversight, with maturity levels, evidence requirements, and implementation guidance.
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AI System Risk Classification
Assign every AI system a risk tier that determines the oversight requirements, review frequency, and documentation standards applied to it.
Human Approval Gate for Consequential AI Decisions
Require a qualified human to review and approve AI-generated recommendations before they produce irreversible or high-stakes outcomes.
AI Output Review Workflow
Define a structured, documented process for reviewing AI outputs before they are acted upon or distributed.
Automation Bias Prevention
Implement measures to detect and counteract the tendency for human reviewers to defer to AI recommendations without adequate critical evaluation.
Reviewer Competency Requirements
Define minimum competency requirements for humans who review, approve, or override AI-generated outputs in high-risk contexts.
Override and Escalation Procedures
Document the procedures, authority levels, and logging requirements when humans reject, modify, or escalate AI-generated decisions.
Board AI Risk Reporting and Escalation Thresholds
Report material AI risks to the board and audit committee on a schedule. Set thresholds requiring immediate notification between reports.