Health and Safety for Field Auditors

Protect Yourself. Protect Occupants. Perform Confidently.

The Health and Safety for Field Auditors course prepares residential building performance professionals to recognize, mitigate, and manage health and safety risks while performing field assessments. This course emphasizes safe field practices, hazard recognition, and compliance with industry standards to ensure both auditor and occupant safety during energy audits, inspections, and diagnostic testing.

This course blends classroom instruction with applied field scenarios to reinforce safety principles and risk mitigation strategies.

Combustion and Air Quality Hazards

Carbon monoxide and combustion appliance safety Indoor air pollutant awareness Moisture and mold hazards Ventilation and airflow considerations

Personal Safety Protocols

PPE selection and proper use Safe equipment handling Fall protection and ergonomics Infection control and hygiene Identifying inefficient duct designs

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Recognizing unsafe conditions in homes Developing safety protocols for fieldwork Decision-making under hazardous conditions

Emergency Procedures

Responding to fire, chemical, or structural emergencies First aid basics for field auditors Reporting and documentation for safety incidents

Electrical and Mechanical Safety

Basic electrical safety during audits Identifying mechanical hazards in HVAC and ductwork Safe interaction with active systems

Standards & Compliance

BPI Health & Safety Standards overview Program requirements for field safety Documentation and record-keeping best practices

Energy Auditors
Building Analysts (BA-P, BA-T)
Weatherization Technicians
Field Inspectors
HVAC and Mechanical Contractors supporting home performance
Quality Control Inspectors

Prerequisite: Basic familiarity with building performance concepts is recommended.

The goal of the Health and Safety for Field Auditors course is to:

Equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to recognize hazards, implement safe practices, and mitigate risks while performing residential energy audits and inspections.

Upon certification, participants will be able to:

Identify potential health and safety hazards in homes
Apply appropriate mitigation and safety measures
Respond effectively to emergency situations
Maintain proper documentation of safety protocols
Conduct fieldwork safely, efficiently, and professionally

Why Train With American Institute of Building Science?

At the American Institute of Building Science, our mission is to elevate industry standards through high-quality education, hands-on training, and real-world application.

We equip professionals with the knowledge and confidence to deliver measurable performance improvements in every project.

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