Did the inspector act in a professional manner and demonstrate proper safety practices during the inspection?
Examples of a “needs improvement” rating: • The inspector does not use the boot bath when entering in the firm’s processing areas. • At the conclusion of an inspection, the inspector accepts dog food as a gift from a manager at the firm. • The inspector fails to wear protective safety devices that are required by the firm. • Oral and Written Communication • Did the inspector identify herself/himself and make appropriate introductions, which include explaining the purpose of the inspection? Examples of a “needs improvement” rating: • The inspector fails to explain why he/she is at the facility and the purpose of the inspection. • The inspector enters through the back door and begins examining a storage area without making his/her presence known to anyone in the firm. • Did the inspector use suitable interviewing techniques? Examples of a “needs improvement” rating: • The inspector’s requests for information are ambiguous, consequently, the firm provided documents that were not relevant
