AI Act Risk Classification Checklist
Complete decision tree to determine if your AI system is high-risk, with an edge-case guide.
What's included
- Excel with 4 question blocks
- PDF guide with decision tree
- Legal Notice
Why this document exists
The first step of the entire AI Governance journey: knowing whether your system falls into one of the 8 high-risk categories in Annex III, or is prohibited under Art. 5. This checklist walks you through a 4-block decision tree, with worked examples for ambiguous cases. Updated with the Digital Omnibus adjustments from July 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Who is AI Act Risk Classification Checklist for?
For compliance, legal, IT teams, or AI Governance Officers at companies that use or develop AI systems, in any EU country or operating in the European market.
Does this replace legal advice?
No. It's a working template that organizes and speeds up the compliance process, but it does not constitute legal advice or guarantee compliance with Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 — see the included Legal Notice.
What format is it delivered in?
Instant download after purchase, in the format shown above (Word, Excel, or PPTX depending on the product), plus the instructions guide in PDF and the Legal Notice.