Block 02

Hard Boundaries

What it is:

Non-negotiable limits AI must not violate.

What must be defined:

• Legal constraints
• Ethical constraints
• Reputational red lines
• Sector-specific prohibitions
• AI “never do” list

How to determine it:

• Legal review
• Risk workshops
• Regulatory mapping (e.g. EU AI Act)
• Ethics committee consultation
• Incident back-analysis

Tools:

• Risk register
• Legal compliance matrix
• Red-line documentation sheet