As a Bridge Inspector, you will need to master following:

• advise on bridge replacement
• check compatibility of materials
• construction product regulation
• identify external risks to bridge integrity

More generally, a bridge inspector is also versed in:

• estimate repair priority
• follow health and safety procedures in construction
• identify defects in concrete
• inspect supplied concrete
• mechanical systems
• mechanics
• recognise signs of corrosion
• test concrete
• use safety equipment in construction
• work ergonomically

It also helps to know the following:

• advise on bridge inspection
• identify wood warp
• inspect construction sites
• inspect road signs
• perform underwater bridge inspection
• place temporary road signage
• set up temporary construction site infrastructure
• apply a protective layer
• operate rust proofing spray gun
• recognise signs of wood rot
• remove rust from motor vehicles
• types of wood
• use welding equipment
• wood cuts