As a Construction Safety Inspector, you will need to master following:

• human factors regarding safety
• identify improvement actions
• identify preventive actions
• test construction material samples

More generally, a construction safety inspector is also versed in:

• advise on safety improvements
• construction methods
• follow health and safety procedures in construction
• inspect construction supplies
• monitor construction site
• undertake inspections
• write work-related reports

It also helps to know the following:

• communicate health and safety measures
• follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health
• follow up on safety breaches
• prevent work accidents
• advise on construction materials
• assessment of risks and threats
• assist with emergencies
• building materials industry
• determine fire risks
• educate employees on occupational hazards
• handle incidents
• perform risk analysis
• report on possible equipment hazards
• test safety strategies
• work ergonomically