National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority

Print ### Menu # AI transparency statement NOPSEMA is exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve workplace productivity, while ensuring that people remain accountable for all decisions. We are committed to using AI in a safe, secure and ethical manner. ### Current use of AI NOPSEMA currently uses AI to support internal corporate and enabling functions only. This includes: *- meeting transcription and document summarisation *- virtual assistants to streamline workflows and improve efficiency *- data analysis to assist with interpreting structured and unstructured information. NOPSEMA does not use AI in regulatory service delivery, including compliance, auditing or decision-making. Where AI is used, a human-in-the-loop approach applies. AI may assist with tasks, but all decisions and actions are made by NOPSEMA staff. ### Future use of AI If NOPSEMA expands its use of AI, or introduces any public-facing AI capability, this statement will be updated to describe: *- the purpose and intended outcomes of the AI use *- any direct interactions the public may have with AI systems *- how AI systems are monitored, evaluated and reviewed *- compliance with relevant legislation, policies and regulatory obligations *- how risks and potential negative impacts are identified and mitigated. ### Governance and policy NOPSEMA aligns with the [Australian Policy for the responsible use of AI in government](https://www.digital.gov.au/policy/ai/policy) and is committed to transparent and responsible AI use. Oversight of AI at NOPSEMA is provided through existing governance arrangements, with the Chief Information Officer acting as the Accountable Official responsible for AI oversight and risk management. NOPSEMA's approach to AI governance includes: *- applying a risk-based approach, with higher-risk uses subject to stronger controls and oversight *- developing an internal AI usage policy aligned with whole-of-government requirements *- managing current AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, through existing ICT, information security and risk management frameworks *- providing all staff with access to training on the responsible and ethical use of AI. For any inquiries regarding this statement on NOPSEMA's use of AI, please contact [ai@nopsema.gov.au.](mailto:ai@nopsema.gov.au)

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