What type of violations are inspectors particularly concerned with during routine inspections?

Inspectors focus particularly on serious breaches of health and safety regulations during routine inspections because these violations pose significant risks to workers' safety and health. Serious breaches may involve non-compliance with established safety standards that can lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Inspectors aim to ensure that organizations are adhering to the regulations designed to protect employees from occupational hazards.

Addressing serious breaches helps to prevent workplace incidents and promotes a culture of safety within organizations. By paying close attention to these violations, inspectors can guide employers toward compliance, fostering a safer working environment for all employees. In contrast, minor technical errors typically do not have the same immediate risk implications, and pending insurance claims or employee conduct issues, while important, do not directly represent violations of health and safety regulations that could compromise worker safety.