HE0240 : Certified Safety Auditing, Hazard Identification & Site Inspection: Safety Inspector Qualification

PSM and HSE System auditing is an independent appraisal function undertaken by an organization to examine and evaluate its activities. The objective of PSM and HSE auditing is to provide information to those in management in support of decision making and to assist members of the organization in the effective discharge of their responsibilities.
To this end, PSM & HSE auditing may furnish the organization with analyses, appraisals, recommendations, counsel, or information concerning the activities reviewed the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s system of PSM/HSE control, and the quality of performance.
The information furnished to different members of the organization may vary in format and detail, depending upon the requirements and requests of those commissioning the audit(s).
Throughout the world PSM/HSE auditing is performed in diverse environments and within organizations which vary in purpose, size, and structure. In addition, the laws and customs within various countries differ from one another. These differences may affect the practice of PSM/HSE auditing in each environment. The implementation of these Standards, therefore, will be governed by the environment in which the auditing function carries out its assigned responsibilities. Conformance with the concepts enunciated by the Standards is essential before the responsibilities of PSM/HSE auditors can be met.