The Regulation (EU) 2024/1689, published on July 12, 2024 and effective as of August 1, 2024, is the first global legal framework on artificial intelligence. Although the RIA will be fully applicable as of August 2, 2026, some provisions, such as the prohibitions on certain AI systems and the AI literacy requirements are applicable as of August 2, 2025.
What does Article 4 of the RIA require?
Article 4 states that AI system providers and implementers must adopt measures to ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy among your staff and others responsible for the operation and use of these systems on your behalf. Training should be tailored to:
- The technical knowledge of each person
- His experience and education.
- The context of use of AI systems.
- The roles and responsibilities of personnel interacting with the AI.
What is meant by AI literacy?
The concept of AI literacy is defined in the article 3, paragraph 56, RIA as well as the capabilities, knowledge and understanding that enable vendors, implementers and users to make an informed deployment of AI systems. This includes:
- Know your rights and obligations within the RIA framework.
- Understand the opportunities and risks of AI.
- Recognize the potential harms that the use of AI systems could generate.
In other words, AI literacy is not limited to technical aspects: it seeks to ensure that everyone involved can use AI responsibly, safely and in compliance with current regulations.
Importance of Article 4 for companies
Article 4 is The key to ensuring that those responsible for deploying AI systems equip their staff with the necessary skills is to ensure that on the systems provided or implemented. It affects anyone who interacts directly with AI and complements other provisions of the RIA, such as:
- Transparency (Article 13), which requires clarity in the operation of the IA systems.
- Human supervision (Article 14), which ensures adequate control over AI behavior.
In addition, it contributes indirectly to the protection of affected persons by IA systems, ensuring that RIA standards are effectively met.
How to comply with the AI literacy requirement
To comply with Article 4, companies must:
- Ensure sufficient training for all personnel involved in the development, deployment or use of AI systems.
- Ensure that employees understand risks, benefits, legal obligations and protective measures associated with the use of AI.
- Adapt training to the role and responsibilities of each employee.
- Encourage continuous learning, as AI evolves rapidly and requires constant updating of knowledge.
