Inspection
Stage 1: Select inspection

The selection of duty holders for inspection should:

• support HSE’s strategic programmes and projects
• follow the criteria for selection laid down in specific Directorate/Divisional instructions for the current work year

The selection of inspection issues/topics should:

• reflect the priority topics and key issues identified in HSE’s strategic programmes and projects
• address the specific topics and issues integrated into Directorate/Divisional operating plans
• be linked to the duty holders selected for inspection

Where applicable

• apply the inspection technique stipulated in the Directorate/ Divisional plan of work

Where this is not the case consider the following factors:

• the size of the organisation and the number and location of separate operational sites
• the degree of involvement in high hazard/risk activities
• the degree of organisational and/or process complexity

And select the most appropriate inspection technique to suit the circumstances:

• taking into account the resources available to HSE

Where normal Directorate/Divisional allocations have not identified the inspector:

• a competent inspector/team leader should be nominated