1. Inspection Programs

2. Purpose of Inspections
Used to emphasize company commitment
Make employees feel as though part of team – not “under fire”
Identify hazards and ensure correction
Audit the effectiveness of the safety program and hold supervisors accountable
Fact-finding… not fault-finding!

3. Format for Inspections
Established policy and procedure for completing inspections
Established schedule
Inspection form
Previous reports, incident reports, etc.
Training for supervisors

4. Tools/Equipment for Inspections
Remember – practice what you preach!
Wear the necessary PPE
Other tools may include
clipboard
inspection forms
pens/pencils
lockout/tagout supplies
measuring tape/ruler
flashlight
electrical testing equipment
sampling devices…

5. Unsafe Behaviors Using machines or tools improperly
Operating vehicles improperly or at unsafe speeds
Removing guards
Using defective tools
Using hands or body instead of tools
Overloading, not balancing, or handling materials incorrectly
Disposing waste incorrectly
Repairing equipment that is in motions, under pressure, or electrically charged
Not using PPE or using it improperly
Creating unsafe or unsanitary conditions
Standing or working under suspended load, scaffold, shafts, etc.

6. Recording Hazards Inspection reports should include: Area inspected
Date of inspection & report
Who conducted inspection
A description of the hazard and its specific location
Corrective action recommended, if possible
Other information may include a hazard classification, responsible party names for each deficiency, identification of repeat violations, etc.

7. Activity… Make a correction to these vague reports: Poor housekeeping
Guard missing

8. Follow-up for Corrective Action
Establish a time limit for corrective action
Can take report to safety and health committee
Take immediate action when needed for imminent danger situations
Correct problems on the spot, when possible
Follow-up with items not corrected or no responses

9. Assignment
Select a company business for which you may be familiar (may have worked there in the summers, family member worked there, it is located near your home, etc.)
Search the Internet and/or other resources and find at least three inspection forms to use as a guide.
Based on the business you selected, create an inspection form that would be applicable. Be as detailed as possible.