As a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO®) or National Health and Safety Administrator (NHSA™), your role is essential in fostering a strong safety culture at the workplace. A key part of your responsibilities includes conducting effective workplace inspections to identify hazards and ensure a safe working environment.

Both NCSO®s and NHSA™s are required to submit one documented workplace inspection as part of their new and renewal applications. The inspection must include clear documentation detailing who conducted the inspection, the areas inspected, any hazards identified, corrective actions taken and the date and location of the inspection.

Proper documentation ensures compliance with certification requirements and demonstrates a commitment to workplace safety through proactive hazard identification and corrective action.

This resource is designed to support you in meeting your workplace inspection requirements by providing templates and resources.

The IHSA's Workplace Inspections webpage emphasizes the importance of regular inspections to identify hazards and ensure safety on construction sites. It outlines the roles of supervisors, health and safety representatives, and management in conducting inspections, both informal and formal. The guide includes checklists, procedures, and tips for documenting inspections, communicating results, and following up on corrective actions. It also stresses the need for a systematic approach, including clear frequency, responsibility, and record retention practices.