Security Guards

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (14%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 0 (0%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 12 (86%)

• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Lock doors and gates of entrances and exits to secure buildings.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid or by obtaining assistance from paramedics.Little or no AI speed-up · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, or machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations or to provide personal protection.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Monitor and adjust controls that regulate building systems, such as air conditioning, furnace, or boiler.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task