Automation index
How much of a Lifeguard’s job can AI already do?
A log and a headcount come earlier. Jumping, pulling out and resuscitating do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Lifeguard
16%
AI can already do 16% of this job.
#621 / 643
View rankingLifeguard
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Logs, headcount and closing protocols.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Watch, jump and water rescue.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 24% | 6% | +1.4 |
CPR, defibrillator and first aid.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Manage the beach or pool and talk to the public.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Kit maintenance and water chemistry.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 22% | +3.1 |
Sun shift, fatigue and not looking away.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 14% | +2 |
| Total | 100% | 16% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Logs, headcount and closing protocols
- Watch, jump and water rescue
- CPR, defibrillator and first aid
- Kit maintenance and water chemistry
- Sun shift, fatigue and not looking away
- socorrista
- lifeguard
- salvamento
Sources for this job· O*NET 33-9092.00· ESCO/ISCO 5419
IS WORK OVER?
IT support
30%
#54 / 643
View rankingIT support
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 17% | 28% | +4.8 |
Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- characteristics of products
- organisational structure
- product comprehension
- keep up to date on product knowledge
- create solutions to problems
- communicate with customers
- manage staff
- use ICT ticketing system
- educate on data confidentiality
- forecast workload
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1232.00· ESCO/ISCO 3512