Article 53(4)
CurrentConditional timingDemonstrate Alternative Adequate GPAI Compliance Where Approved Codes or Harmonised Standards Are Not Used
Applies to GPAI Provider not relying on an approved code of practice or applicable harmonised standard.
- Actors
- GPAI Provider
- AI class
- General-Purpose AI (GPAI)
- Themes
- Risk & Assurance
Tracker Networks Guidance
Where the provider does not adhere to an approved code of practice or comply with an applicable European harmonised standard, demonstrate alternative adequate means of compliance for Commission assessment.
Official text
4. Providers of general-purpose AI models may rely on codes of practice within the meaning of Article 56 to demonstrate compliance with the obligations set out in paragraph 1 of this Article, until a harmonised standard is published. Compliance with European harmonised standards grants providers the presumption of conformity to the extent that those standards cover those obligations. Providers of general-purpose AI models who do not adhere to an approved code of practice or do not comply with a European harmonised standard shall demonstrate alternative adequate means of compliance for assessment by the Commission.
Timing depends on the system
- 2 Aug 2025 — GPAI model placed on the market on or after 2025-08-02
- 2 Aug 2027 — GPAI model placed on the market before 2025-08-02
Suggested controls
Regulatory Information and Cooperation Process
Respond to reasoned regulator requests with controlled, complete and retrievable compliance information and logs.
GPAI Technical Documentation Management
Prepare and maintain the technical documentation required for GPAI models and make it retrievable for regulators.
Related risks
Regulatory Cooperation Failure
The organisation may be unable to provide complete, timely and understandable information, records or cooperation to competent authorities.
GPAI Documentation or Downstream Information Failure
GPAI technical documentation or downstream integration information may be incomplete, outdated or unavailable when required.
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