Safety Auditing and Inspection Techniques
Audits and inspections reveal whether safety arrangements exist only on paper or truly work in practice. This course develops the skills needed to plan, conduct, and report on both compliance audits and field inspections. Participants practise gathering evidence and writing findings that drive improvement.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Planning an audit programme based on risk priority
- 02Preparing checklists and audit protocols in advance
- 03Gathering objective evidence through observation and records
- 04Distinguishing minor observations from genuine non conformities
- 05Writing constructive reports that motivate corrective action
- 06Tracking findings through to verified closure
- 07Auditing behaviour and conditions rather than paperwork alone
What you will gain
- Plan an audit programme based on risk
- Prepare checklists and audit protocols
- Gather objective evidence in the field
- Distinguish observations from non conformities
- Write clear and constructive audit reports
- Follow up on corrective actions
Who should attend
- HSE auditors and advisors
- Managers and supervisors
- Safety committee members
- Quality professionals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 19 to 21 Jan 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 5 to 7 Apr 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 7 to 9 Jun 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R13,000 per delegate
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- 3 Days
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- In-house, public, online
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