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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 192 - Occupational Safety - Safety Inspection Interval
Description: Dr. Ayers explains how often formal safety inspections should occur and why every walkthrough by a safety professional is, in effect, an informal inspection. The episode emphasizes that inspection intervals must be intentional, risk‑based, and consistent to be effective.
🧠 Key Themes
1. Formal Inspection Intervals Must Be Purposeful
Dr. Ayers highlights that organizations should not pick inspection frequencies arbitrarily. Instead, intervals should be based on:
The level of risk in the area
The type of work performed
The potential severity of hazards
Regulatory or industry expectations Sources:
2. Informal Inspect...