Inspections vs. Audits: Knowing the Difference, Using Both to Improve Safety -- Occupational Health & Safety

Inspections vs. Audits: Knowing the Difference, Using Both to Improve Safety

Date: Tuesday December 10, 2024 at 2:00pm ET - 1:00pm CT - 11:00am PT

The terms audit and inspection are often (and mistakenly) used interchangeably, but each of these programs play a unique and important role in safety management. While both involve identifying hazards and verifying compliance, there are important differences in terms of scope, purpose, and frequency that all safety leaders should understand.

Join safety and technology experts from Dakota Software as we examine the key differences between audits and inspections and discuss how these complementary programs can provide a holistic approach to safety and compliance management. We will answer questions about audit and inspection best practices, present case studies of successful programs, discuss how you can leverage your safety management system, and highlight key features to look for in audit and inspection software solutions.

Speakers:

Jay Finegan
Compliance Services Leader
Dakota Software
Jay Finegan is a Compliance Services Leader with Dakota Software. Prior to joining Dakota, he held a variety of educational, technical, and managerial positions including as a corporate auditor. Mr. Finegan has degrees in mechanical engineering, business administration, operations research, and law. He also holds CHMM, CVI and LEAN Manufacturing certifications.

Suzanne Housley, Ph.D.
Product Manager
Dakota Software
As a Product Manager with Dakota Software, Suzanne Housley is able to put herself in the user’s shoes and ensure Dakota’s solutions meet the changing needs of Environmental, Health, and Safety professionals. She is a former inspection program manager, holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science, and has over 15 years of experience in the technology space.

Robert Kimball
Product Marketing
Dakota Software
In his 12 years with Dakota Software, Robert Kimball has worked with clients and industry professionals to understand and address the challenges facing EHS leaders. He has led countless presentations, panels, and roundtables on technology's evolving role in safety and compliance management.

ProActivity by Dakota Software helps organizations streamline Environmental, Health, and Safety management by centralizing regulatory obligations and management of related activities. It features a constantly updated regulatory library that helps ensure audit protocols and inspection checklists are always accurate and up-to-date.

Duration: 1 Hour

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