7.1 Policy
The Workplace Inspection Program establishes a standardized method for management, supervisors, and workers to communicate concerns, identify hazards and plan corrective actions to prevent the development of unsafe conditions.
7.2 Responsibilities
Management
- Ensure inspections are completed as required.
- Review inspection reports.
- Ensure corrective actions occur promptly.
- Follow up on repeat infractions.
Supervisors
- Conduct formal inspections as required.
- Include workers in inspections when practicable.
- Prioritize and delegate corrective actions.
- Submit completed inspections to management.
Workers
- Participate in inspections as required.
- Report unsafe conditions to the supervisor and management.
- Complete corrective actions promptly.
- Submit completed inspections to management.
The Workplace Inspections Program comprises site, project, equipment, and vehicle inspections.
Table 9: Required Workplace Inspections
Inspection Type |
Inspector |
Inspection Tool |
Frequency |
Documentation |
Office Inspection |
JOHSC representative. |
Office Inspection Form |
Minimum once per 3 months. |
Posted on Office Bulletin Board, Electronic Copy kept on the BC Conservation Foundation Server. |
Project Inspection |
Safety Administrator, Project Coordinator |
Project Inspection Form |
Variable depending on project length and risk score |
Electronic copy kept on the BC Conservation Foundation server |
Car/Truck Inspection |
Workers who drive a car/truck for work. |
Daily pre-use inspection |
Electronic copy kept on the BC Conservation Foundation server |
|
ATV Inspection |
Workers who drive ATVs for work |
Daily pre-use inspection |
Electronic copy kept on the BC Conservation Foundation server |
|
Small Vessel Inspection |
Workers who drive small vessels for work |
Daily pre-use inspection |
Electronic copy kept on the BC Conservation Foundation server |
|
Electrofishing Equipment Inspection |
Supervisor of electrofishing team |
Daily pre-use inspection |
Electronic copy kept on the BC Conservation Foundation server |
|
Personal Protective Equipment |
Workers required to wear PPE |
Visual inspection according to manufacturer instructions |
Daily pre-use inspection |
Not applicable |
Tool Inspection |
Workers required to use tools |
Visual inspection according to manufacturer instructions |
Daily pre-use inspection |
Not applicable |
7.4 Project/Office Inspection Guideline
How to conduct an effective workplace inspection:
Step 1 Review previous inspection records and note any commonly reported hazards.
Step 2 Familiarize yourself with the workplace and any unique hazards.
Step 3 Perform a walkthrough of the workplace and identify actual or potential problems as you go.
Step 4 Record the hazards or conditions on the applicable inspection form.
Step 5 If a hazard requires immediate attention, correct the situation immediately or inform a supervisor/worker who can.
Step 6 Look for the primary causes of sub-standard conditions, practices and procedures.
Step 7 Complete the inspection form.
Step 8 Review the findings with the supervisor and workers.
Step 9 Follow up with corrective actions.
Hazard Ratings:
A Imminent danger that requires immediate corrective action.
B Hazardous condition that could cause severe injury or property damage. Take remedial action and correct the condition within 30 days.
C Low hazard condition or practice with the potential to cause a non-disabling injury or property damage. Take remedial action and correct the condition within 90 days.