Earn your Formal Workplace Inspections certificate upon successful completion of this course
Formal Workplace Inspections
FORMAL WORKPLACE INSPECTIONS ONLINE COURSE OVERVIEW
This course equips workers with the knowledge and tools to perform effective and compliant workplace inspections. It explains why inspections are critical, how often they should be done, and the steps involved, from planning and hazard identification to reporting findings and recommending corrective actions. The course also covers how to follow up on hazards to ensure they are properly addressed. A passing score of 80% is required to receive a printable certificate. You will have three (3) attempts at the course.
Upon successful completion there is a certificate provided.
FORMAL WORKPLACE INSPECTIONS ONLINE COURSE TOPICS
- What hazards and safety inspections are
- The frequency with which inspections should occur
- Steps for pre-planning an inspection
- Hazards to look for and guidelines to follow during an inspection
- Helpful strategies for completing an inspection report
- Corrective actions that can be taken to deal with hazards
- Techniques for submitting and presenting recommendations following an inspection
- Follow-up and monitoring activities that must occur after an inspection
Duration
Average Completion Time
Completion times vary depending on the number of times the information is viewed prior to finishing the course. The average completion time is 2 hours.
Testing
Knowledge Assessment
Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be available to download and print. You can access your certificate through your online account.
Formal Workplace Inspection Software
The Formal Workplace Inspections course teaches supervisors and health‑and‑safety committee members how to conduct thorough inspections and write practical recommendations. Topics covered include the purpose of inspections, how often they should occur, how to pre‑plan an inspection, hazards to look for, strategies for completing an inspection report and corrective actions that must be taken. Completing this training gives you the knowledge to listen to workers, identify and record hazards and understand the follow‑up process.
Once you understand the principles of a formal inspection, digital tools can help you put them into practice. BIS Safety Software’s Formal Workplace Inspection Software uses our digital forms technology to build custom checklists, trigger corrective actions and store inspection records on any device. Advanced logic and mobile access mean inspectors only see fields relevant to their location and can capture photos or signatures even offline.
To learn how this software complements your training and makes inspections more efficient, visit the Formal Workplace Inspection Software page.