This statement outlines our approach to the ongoing assessment, adoption and use of AI technologies at ARPANSA. It follows the Australian Government's Digital Transformation Agency's policy for the responsible AI use in government.
We recognise AI's potential to boost workplace productivity and pledge to use it safely and responsibly.
When considering AI, we apply the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) definition:
An AI system is a machine-based system that, for explicit or implicit objectives, infers, from the input it receives, how to generate outputs such as predictions, content, recommendations, or decisions that can influence physical or virtual environments. Different AI systems vary in their levels of autonomy and adaptiveness after deployment.Also appears in 15 other agenciesAASBACCCACMAACQSCAFSAAICAIFSARTASSEAAUASBAUSTRADEBOMCERFWCPC
ARPANSA works to protect Australians and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation by promoting safe, ethical, and transparent use of artificial intelligence in its operations. This transparency statement describes ARPANSA’s approach to AI, following DTA guidelines for responsible government use and transparency.
ARPANSA uses AI to support the delivery of high‑quality scientific advice, internal corporate operations, and regulatory assurance. AI helps staff perform routine or complex tasks more efficiently, enabling greater focus on mission‑critical work that protects the community from radiation risks.
ARPANSA’s current use of AI aligns with the DTA classification system for AI use in the following ways:
- Decision-support/administrative processes
- Innovation and process improvement.
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ARPANSA does not use AI in any way that directly interacts with members of the public. No AI system is used to make automated decisions about individuals, or to generate outcomes that could significantly impact individuals without human review.
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ARPANSA monitors AI use and applications to ensure ongoing safety, transparency and ethical operation. ARPANSA continually strengthens its AI governance in concert with our broader cyber security, data, digital and technical governance frameworks to ensure all AI use remains safe, ethical and well‑aligned with whole‑of‑agency risk settings.
ARPANSA has established governance and oversight mechanisms to support ethical and effective use of AI including:
- An AI Governance Working Group
- Communities of Practice and internal AI specialists
All staff who access AI tools must complete the AI Fundamentals mandatory training.
We are committed to building staff capability, including digital capability required at all levels of the agency. We offer AI training, education and support and provide opportunities to enable our workforce to develop their skills and knowledge. Training needs will be assessed as ARPANSA’s use of AI evolves.
ARPANSA complies with the DTA policies, standards, legislation, privacy and security frameworks. The DTA requirements are regularly reviewed by the AI Working Group and Accountable Official. (Template language)
This statement was last updated in March 2026. In line with the policy for Responsible Use of AI in Government, our statement will be reviewed at least annually and updated if our approach to and use of AI changes. (Template language)
The Chief Information Officer was designated as ARPANSA’s Accountable Official for AI on 11 November 2024. (Template language)
For questions about this statement please submit an enquiry via our online contact form.
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This statement outlines our approach to the ongoing assessment, adoption and use of AI technologies at ARPANSA. It follows the Australian Government's Digital Transformation Agency's policy for the responsible AI use in government.
We recognise AI's potential to boost workplace productivity and pledge to use it safely and responsibly.
When considering AI, we apply the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) definition:
An AI system is a machine-based system that, for explicit or implicit objectives, infers, from the input it receives, how to generate outputs such as predictions, content, recommendations, or decisions that can influence physical or virtual environments. Different AI systems vary in their levels of autonomy and adaptiveness after deployment.
Introduction
ARPANSA is committed to the protection of Australia, the health and safety of its people, and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation. Delivering on our role includes the responsible, ethical, and transparent use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our research, services and operations.
The agency recognises this is a rapidly evolving technology; this statement covers our approach and consideration of AI and how we will go about ensuring its safe and responsible use. We are committed to adapting our use and capabilities as the technology, environment and policy requirements evolve.
Purpose of AI use
AI may be used across various corporate and enabling functions to enhance workplace productivity by streamlining workflows, automating routine tasks, providing analytics and intelligent data insights. It is used by select staff in their routine digital daily activities and to provide accessibility support.
AI may also be used to support service delivery in relation to compliance and assurance.
Workplace productivity
We see the potential benefits in using AI to improve workplace productivity for all staff including:
- streamlining staff accessibility and understanding of policies and entitlements
- improving accessibility to assist staff in using platforms, applications, and services
- improving the uptake of features in existing products and services
- providing specialised just in time education for staff
- assisting in summarising content such as documents, emails and other content
- enabling the transcription and dynamic review of interviews and meeting notes
- supporting rapid prototyping of training and education materials for agency staff.
Public interaction
ARPANSA’s use of AI does not involve direct interaction with the public or pose any significant impact to individuals. AI is not used as part of automated decision making with respect to individuals and the agency commits to being clear if AI becomes part of a decision-making process.
Monitoring and governance
Responsible AI usage policy
The agency will maintain an internal responsible AI usage policy that aligns with advice and guidance provided by the DTA, Australian Public Service Commission and other relevant agencies for using AI services responsibly.
Measure and monitoring
Training
The agency will provide all staff with training and education in general AI knowledge and where relevant to specific AI tools as well as on-demand support. Staff complete mandatory training when accessing AI tools and have continued access to training on the proper use of AI services.
Support
The agency will provide internal support and information for staff and managers on the use of AI. All Staff are provided the means to report concerns or queries to the Digital Technology Team through the provision of feedback session, surveys, and service requests.
Monitoring
The agency acknowledges AI carries with it emerging risks and will continue to establish oversight and governance frameworks and processes to monitor the effectiveness, risk and ethical use of our AI systems.
Compliance
Our AI practices will comply with the mandatory requirements of the Australian Government's Policy for the Responsible Use of AI in Government. We ensure that our AI systems are in accordance with all applicable laws and guidelines. This includes regular reviews and audits to maintain compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, and continuous improvement processes.
Accountable official
ARPANSA's Chief Information Officer was designated as the accountable official for AI on 11 November 2024.
AI transparency statement
The AI transparency statement was first published to our website on 14 February 2025.
ARPANSA AI Contact Information
For further inquiries about our AI use, please contact us at ai@arpansa.gov.au
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This statement outlines our approach to the ongoing assessment, adoption and use of AI technologies at ARPANSA. It follows the Australian Government's Digital Transformation Agency's policy for the responsible AI use in government.
We recognise AI's potential to boost workplace productivity and pledge to use it safely and responsibly.
When considering AI, we apply the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) definition:
An AI system is a machine-based system that, for explicit or implicit objectives, infers, from the input it receives, how to generate outputs such as predictions, content, recommendations, or decisions that can influence physical or virtual environments. Different AI systems vary in their levels of autonomy and adaptiveness after deployment.
Introduction
ARPANSA is committed to the protection of Australia, the health and safety of its people, and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation. Delivering on our role includes the responsible, ethical, and transparent use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our research, services and operations.
The agency recognises this is a rapidly evolving technology; this statement covers our approach and consideration of AI and how we will go about ensuring its safe and responsible use. We are committed to adapting our use and capabilities as the technology, environment and policy requirements evolve.
Purpose of AI use
AI may be used across various corporate and enabling functions to enhance workplace productivity by streamlining workflows, automating routine tasks, providing analytics and intelligent data insights. It is used by select staff in their routine digital daily activities and to provide accessibility support.
AI may also be used to support service delivery in relation to compliance and assurance.
Workplace productivity
We see the potential benefits in using AI to improve workplace productivity for all staff including:
- streamlining staff accessibility and understanding of policies and entitlements
- improving accessibility to assist staff in using platforms, applications, and services
- improving the uptake of features in existing products and services
- providing specialised just in time education for staff
- assisting in summarising content such as documents, emails and other content
- enabling the transcription and dynamic review of interviews and meeting notes
- supporting rapid prototyping of training and education materials for agency staff.
Public interaction
ARPANSA’s use of AI does not involve direct interaction with the public or pose any significant impact to individuals. AI is not used as part of automated decision making with respect to individuals and the agency commits to being clear if AI becomes part of a decision-making process.
Monitoring and governance
Responsible AI usage policy
The agency will maintain an internal responsible AI usage policy that aligns with advice and guidance provided by the DTA, Australian Public Service Commission and other relevant agencies for using AI services responsibly.
Measure and monitoring
Training
The agency will provide all staff with training and education in general AI knowledge and where relevant to specific AI tools as well as on-demand support. Staff complete mandatory training when accessing AI tools and have continued access to training on the proper use of AI services.
Support
The agency will provide internal support and information for staff and managers on the use of AI. All Staff are provided the means to report concerns or queries to the Digital Technology Team through the provision of feedback session, surveys, and service requests.
Monitoring
The agency acknowledges AI carries with it emerging risks and will continue to establish oversight and governance frameworks and processes to monitor the effectiveness, risk and ethical use of our AI systems.
Compliance
Our AI practices will comply with the mandatory requirements of the Australian Government's Policy for the Responsible Use of AI in Government. We ensure that our AI systems are in accordance with all applicable laws and guidelines. This includes regular reviews and audits to maintain compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, and continuous improvement processes.
Accountable official
ARPANSA's Chief Information Officer was designated as the accountable official for AI on 11 November 2024.
AI transparency statement
The AI transparency statement was first published to our website on 14 February 2025.
ARPANSA AI Contact Information
For further inquiries about our AI use, please contact us at ai@arpansa.gov.au
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This statement outlines our approach to the ongoing assessment, adoption and use of AI technologies at ARPANSA. It follows the Australian Government's Digital Transformation Agency's policy for the responsible AI use in government.
We recognise AI's potential to boost workplace productivity and pledge to use it safely and responsibly.
When considering AI, we apply the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) definition:
An AI system is a machine-based system that, for explicit or implicit objectives, infers, from the input it receives, how to generate outputs such as predictions, content, recommendations, or decisions that can influence physical or virtual environments. Different AI systems vary in their levels of autonomy and adaptiveness after deployment.
Introduction
ARPANSA is committed to the protection of Australia, the health and safety of its people, and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation. Delivering on our role includes the responsible, ethical, and transparent use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our research, services and operations.
The agency recognises this is a rapidly evolving technology; this statement covers our approach and consideration of AI and how we will go about ensuring its safe and responsible use. We are committed to adapting our use and capabilities as the technology, environment and policy requirements evolve.
Purpose of AI use
AI may be used across various corporate and enabling functions to enhance workplace productivity by streamlining workflows, automating routine tasks, providing analytics and intelligent data insights. It is used by select staff in their routine digital daily activities and to provide accessibility support.
AI may also be used to support service delivery in relation to compliance and assurance.
Workplace productivity
We see the potential benefits in using AI to improve workplace productivity for all staff including:
- streamlining staff accessibility and understanding of policies and entitlements
- improving accessibility to assist staff in using platforms, applications, and services
- improving the uptake of features in existing products and services
- providing specialised just in time education for staff
- assisting in summarising content such as documents, emails and other content
- enabling the transcription and dynamic review of interviews and meeting notes
- supporting rapid prototyping of training and education materials for agency staff.
Public interaction
ARPANSA’s use of AI does not involve direct interaction with the public or pose any significant impact to individuals. AI is not used as part of automated decision making with respect to individuals and the agency commits to being clear if AI becomes part of a decision-making process.
Monitoring and governance
Responsible AI usage policy
The agency will maintain an internal responsible AI usage policy that aligns with advice and guidance provided by the DTA, Australian Public Service Commission and other relevant agencies for using AI services responsibly.
Measure and monitoring
Training
The agency will provide all staff with training and education in general AI knowledge and where relevant to specific AI tools as well as on-demand support. Staff complete mandatory training when accessing AI tools and have continued access to training on the proper use of AI services.
Support
The agency will provide internal support and information for staff and managers on the use of AI. All Staff are provided the means to report concerns or queries to the Digital Technology Team through the provision of feedback session, surveys, and service requests.
Monitoring
The agency acknowledges AI carries with it emerging risks and will continue to establish oversight and governance frameworks and processes to monitor the effectiveness, risk and ethical use of our AI systems.
Compliance
Our AI practices will comply with the mandatory requirements of the Australian Government's Policy for the Responsible Use of AI in Government. We ensure that our AI systems are in accordance with all applicable laws and guidelines. This includes regular reviews and audits to maintain compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, and continuous improvement processes.
Accountable official
ARPANSA's Chief Information Officer was designated as the accountable official for AI on 11 November 2024.
AI transparency statement
The AI transparency statement was first published to our website on 14 February 2025.
ARPANSA AI Contact Information
For further inquiries about our AI use, please contact us at ai@arpansa.gov.au
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