Agency Procedures for the Reporting, Evaluation, and Abatement of Hazards

6714—Inspections

There are two formal types of inspections carried out under the Forest Service safety and health program: facility inspections made by Engineering Staff in accordance with FSH 7309.11, and workplace/project inspections made by personnel trained and qualified to recognize and evaluate hazards of the work environment and to suggest general abatement procedures. Workplace and project inspectors shall apply the standards contained in the Health and Safety Code Handbook (FSH 6709.11).

A team approach, using engineering facility inspectors and workplace inspectors, is recommended.

As a third type of inspection, employees may request an inspection of their workplace if they believe an unsafe or unhealthful condition exists (see FSM 6714.2).