Safety Audits
Boreal Safety Solutions provides thorough safety audits across all types of worksites. Audits are completed in accordance with Alberta’s occupational health and safety legislation and tailored to each organization’s specific policies, procedures, and operational requirements. Following each audit, organizations receive a comprehensive, formal report outlining findings, compliance status, and actionable recommendations to support safety improvement.
What Is A Safety Audit?
A safety audit is a systematic and structured review of an organization’s occupational health and safety program to determine how well it is performing. It involves examining policies, procedures, and workplace practices to verify that safety measures are in place, being followed, and are effective in preventing incidents and injuries.
Safety audits typically compare current practices against legal requirements, internal standards, or industry best practices. The findings help identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, allowing the organization to take corrective action and continuously improve its overall safety performance.
Does Your Organization Need A Safety Audit?
An organization may need a safety audit if there are concerns about whether current occupational health and safety practices are effective, consistent, and compliant with regulations. Warning signs indicating the need for an audit can include frequent incidents or near misses, unclear or outdated procedures, lack of employee training, or uncertainty about meeting legal requirements. Even in workplaces with no recent incidents, a safety audit can help confirm that systems are working as intended.
Conducting a safety audit provides a clear picture of how well the safety program is functioning and where improvements are needed. It is especially valuable during periods of growth, operational change, or when preparing for inspections or certifications. Regular audits help organizations stay proactive, reduce risk, and maintain a strong safety culture.
What is the Process of a Safety Audit?
The process of a safety audit begins with planning and defining the scope of the audit. This includes identifying what areas, processes, or departments will be reviewed, as well as the standards or regulations the organization will be measured against. The auditor will then gather information by reviewing documents, inspecting the workplace, and speaking with employees and supervisors to understand how safety procedures are implemented in practice.
Next, the findings are analyzed to identify any non-compliance issues, hazards, or weaknesses in the safety program. These issues are typically documented and prioritized based on risk. Finally, an audit report is prepared outlining the results, along with recommendations for corrective actions. The organization can use this information to address deficiencies, improve safety performance, and ensure ongoing compliance.
Safety Audits with Boreal Safety Solutions
Safety audits with Boreal Safety Solutions provide a thorough and objective evaluation of an organization’s occupational health and safety program. The process includes reviewing documentation, inspecting the worksite, and observing daily operations to ensure that safety policies and procedures are not only in place but also being followed effectively. This approach helps identify hazards, compliance issues, and areas where safety practices may be falling short.
Following the audit, Boreal Safety Solutions delivers a detailed report outlining key findings and prioritized recommendations. Organizations receive practical guidance on how to address deficiencies, improve compliance, and strengthen overall safety performance. The goal is to support continuous improvement, reduce workplace risks, and help build a safer, more accountable work environment.