What must Compliance Safety and Health Officers present at the outset of an inspection?

Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs) must present their credentials and explain the purpose of the inspection at the outset to establish their authority and legitimacy. This step is crucial as it helps to ensure cooperation between the employer and the CSHO, clearly laying out the reason for the inspection, whether it is a routine check, a response to a complaint, or part of an accident investigation.

Presenting credentials serves to verify the CSHO's identity and their qualifications to conduct the inspection, fostering trust and transparency in the process. By explaining the purpose, the CSHO sets the stage for the inspection, helping the employer understand the focus areas and the legal framework governing workplace safety.

Other choices do not directly fulfill the initial requirements of the inspection. Evidence of previous inspections might not be relevant to the current inspection process. A summary of employee safety training pertains to internal safety practices but does not align with the CSHO’s immediate duty at the start of an inspection. While sharing contact information for the company safety officer might be useful later in the process, it is not required at the outset of an inspection. Thus, the essential action is the presentation of credentials and explanation of purpose.