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health and safety inspector

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Health and safety inspectors investigate the implementation and application of labour standards and policies in a workplace. They advise employers as well as employees on the improvement of policy and legislation implementation, ensure that the law is adhered to, and that matters of equality and labour rights are respected. They write reports and communicate with authorities.

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Competences
29
Groups
4
Essential
15
Optional
14

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 5 competences

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audit techniques

The techniques and methods that support a systematic and independent examination of data, policies, operations and performances using computer-assisted audit tools and techniques (CAATs) such as spreadsheets, databases, statistical analysis and business intelligence software.

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employment law

The law which mediates the relationship between employees and employers. It concerns employees' rights at work which are binding by the work contract.

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government policy implementation

The procedures related to the application of government policies at all levels of public administration.

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health and safety in the workplace

The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to safety, health and welfare of people in their workplace. 

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personnel management

The methodologies and procedures involved in the hiring and development of employees in order to ensure value for the organisation, as well as personnel needs, benefits, conflict resolution and ensuring a positive corporate climate.

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Essential skills and competences 10 competences

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Sector-specific

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monitor employee's health

Use health surveillance programmes to monitor the health of employees who are potentially exposed to hazards at work.

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monitor organisation climate

Monitor the work environment and the behaviour of employees in an organisation to assess how the organisation culture is perceived by the employees and identify the factors which influence behaviour and which may facilitate a positive work environment.

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Cross-sector

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advise on government policy compliance

Advise organisations on how they may improve their compliance to the applicable government policies they are required to adhere to, and the necessary steps which need to be taken in order to ensure complete compliance.

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conduct workplace audits

Conduct work site audits and inspections in order to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

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gather feedback from employees

Communicate in an open and positive manner in order to assess levels of satisfaction with employees, their outlook on the work environment, and in order to identify problems and devise solutions.

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inspect government policy compliance

Inspect public and private organisations to ensure proper implementation and compliance to government policies which apply to the organisation.

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maintain relationships with government agencies

Establish and maintain cordial working relationships with peers in different governmental agencies.

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present reports

Display results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.

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protect employee rights

Assess and handle situations in which the rights set by legislation and corporate policy for employees may be breached and take the appropriate actions in order to protect the employees.

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write inspection reports

Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.

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Optional knowledge 2 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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occupational health

The subfield of study of public health that focus on improving the wellbeing of individuals in the workplace for all the occupational profiles. It is concerned with health and safety in the workplace and prevention of hazards.

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Cross-sector

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corporate law

The legal rules that govern how corporate stakeholders (such as shareholders, employees, directors, consumers, etc) interact with one another, and the responsibilities corporations have to their stakeholders.

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Optional skills and competences 12 competences

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Sector-specific

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identify policy breach

Identify instances of non-compliance to set plans and policies in an organisation, and take the appropriate course of action by issuing penalties and outlining the changes which need to be made.

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set inclusion policies

Develop and implement plans which aim to create an environment in an organisation which is positive and inclusive of minorities, such as ethnicities, gender identities, and religious minorities.

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advise on conflict management

Advise private or public organisations on monitoring possible conflict risk and development, and on conflict resolution methods specific to the identified conflicts.

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advise on organisational culture

Advise organisations on their internal culture and work environment as experienced by employees, and the factors which may influence the behaviour of employees.

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apply conflict management

Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. Be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and be able to deal with a problematic gambling situation in a professional manner with maturity and empathy.

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create solutions to problems

Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings about practice.

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implement strategic planning

Take action on the goals and procedures defined at a strategic level in order to mobilise resources and pursue the established strategies.

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liaise with local authorities

Maintain the liaison and exchange of information with regional or local authorities.

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manage government policy implementation

Manage the operations of the implementation of new government policies or changes in existing policies on a national or regional level as well as the staff involved in the implementation procedure..

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monitor company policy

Monitor the company's policy and propose improvements to the company.

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promote inclusion

Promote and respect diversity, and advocate for equal treatment of genders, ethnicities and minority groups in organisations in order to prevent discrimination and ensure inclusion and a positive environment.

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respond to enquiries

Respond to enquiries and requests for information from other organisations and members of the public.

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