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Artificial intelligence, advanced robotics and the automation of tasks at work: taxonomy, policies and strategies in Europe

( ) and robotic systems are constantly changing the workplace. There is a growing debate on how they affect occupational health and safety (OSH).

-based systems and that are used for the of tasks present both opportunities and challenges for OSH, while they also create entirely new risks and benefits.

It is important to develop definitions and a common understanding of -based systems and , commonly accepted by all stakeholders. 

This policy brief presents a taxonomy for workplace applications and OSH based on a task approach. It functions as a basis for future efforts to structure and assess OSH opportunities and challenges related to -based systems and and the of tasks. 

The policy brief also provides an overview of policies and strategies concerning the of tasks by -based systems and