safety-and-audit

Configure safety guardrails and audit logs for Cowork file operations.

21|6|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/EAIconsulting/cowork-skills-library --skill safety-and-audit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: safety-and-audit
Source: https://github.com/EAIconsulting/cowork-skills-library/tree/main/skills/safety-and-audit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/EAIconsulting/cowork-skills-library --skill safety-and-audit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users protect important files by establishing guardrails, a change log, a protected references area, a drafts-first workflow, and a clearly defined off-limits list. It reduces anxiety around automated file access by giving you auditable controls you can trust.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Change log: a running record of all Cowork actions on your files so you can undo or review changes.
  • Protected references area: a read-only space to store important notes and policies Cowork should consult.
  • Drafts-first workflow: all edits are written to drafts first and only moved to final with explicit approval.
  • Off-limits list: a configurable list of folders and file types Cowork should never touch.
  • Safety preferences integration: automatic enforcement of safety rules across sessions.

Quick Start

Run /safety-and-audit in a Cowork session to begin the comprehensive safety setup walkthrough.

Frequently Asked Questions about safety-and-audit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up safety guardrails for automated file operations?▼

You can set up safety guardrails by creating an off-limits map, a change log, a drafts-first workflow, and automated safety preferences to ensure safe and reversible actions across sessions.

What is a drafts-first workflow for file editing?▼

A drafts-first workflow writes all edits to drafts initially and only moves them to final with explicit approval, ensuring changes are reversible before affecting your actual files.

How do I create an audit trail for file changes made by AI?▼

You can create an audit trail by using a change log feature that maintains a running record of all actions taken on your files, allowing you to review or undo changes.

Can I restrict AI agents from accessing specific folders and file types?▼

Yes, you can configure an off-limits list to specify exact folders and file types that automated processes should never touch during their operations.

Does this safety setup persist across multiple sessions?▼

Yes, safety preferences integration automatically enforces your configured safety rules, off-limits mappings, and drafts-first workflows across all your sessions.

What is the best way to protect important files from automated modifications?▼

The best way to protect files is combining a protected references area for read-only notes, an off-limits list, and a drafts-first process to prevent unwanted automated modifications.