FSC Accreditation Audit

Step 1 – Application 

The first step of the accreditation process involves submitting an application that includes:

• Company information.
• Project details of site locations where the business is the nominated head contractor.
• System map detailing where the business meets each requirement of the audit criteria.

Once the application is complete and meets the audit criteria, an onsite audit will be scheduled.

Step 2 – Verification Audits

Once the first step of the accreditation process is complete, a Federal Safety Officer (FSO) will verify the business’s WHS Management systems. They do this by carrying out an audit that primarily spans over multiple days. The OFSC will provide the organisation with an audit notification letter and details of the criteria that is being reviewed during the audit. A system audit will be conducted initially and will be followed by a stage 2 audit if any issues arise. 

If successful, a worksite audit will take place to verify implementation and risk management. A discussion will also take place between the FSO, senior management representatives and other site personnel.

Step 3 – Audit Results and Conclusion

Once the business’s application has been submitted and an on-site audit has been completed, an FSO will hold a closing meeting where they will inform the business of any key issues that have been identified.