Data Protection and UK GDPR Foundations
FREE08 – People Professionals and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This CIPD Level 0 video on Data Protection and UK GDPR Foundations covers essential legal and regulatory considerations for AI use in HR, as outlined in assessment criteria AC 2.2 of the FREE08 unit. The video explores lawful bases for processing data, data minimisation principles, and the rights of individuals in automated decision-making, alongside equality legislation and fair recruitment practices. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of how organisations can ensure human oversight, maintain proper documentation, and implement compliant AI policies whilst mitigating risks of indirect discrimination and emerging regulatory requirements.
Assessment Criteria 2.2
Explain legal and regulatory considerations relevant to AI use in HR
Indicative Content
Data protection (UK GDPR): Lawful basis for processing data Data minimisation and purpose limitation Automated decision-making: Rights of individuals (e.g. human review) Equality legislation: Risk of indirect discrimination Employment law considerations: Fair recruitment and selection practices Emerging AI regulation (high-level awareness): UK/EU direction of travel Organisational responsibilities: Policies, documentation, audit trails Importance of human oversight in legal compliance
What You'll Learn
Video covering: Data Protection and UK GDPR Foundations
About FREE08 – People Professionals and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
To develop learners’ understanding of how artificial intelligence is used in people practice, the opportunities and risks it presents, and how HR professionals can use AI responsibly to improve decision-making, efficiency and employee experience.
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