When must the employer/auditor contact the ACSA COR department?

The requirement for the employer or auditor to contact the ACSA COR department arises when the number of work sites exceeds 30. This is crucial because managing a larger number of sites often introduces complexities and challenges that need to be addressed before conducting the audit. Engaging with the ACSA COR department at this stage ensures that appropriate protocols and resources are in place to effectively handle the audit process.

By contacting the department in such cases, the auditor can receive guidance on specific requirements tailored to a multi-site audit scenario, ensuring compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards across all locations. This proactive communication helps in aligning expectations and clarifying any additional steps that may be needed to accommodate the larger scope of the audit.

In contrast, contacting the ACSA COR department once the audit is complete, prior to the audit starting, or when submitting the final report does not address the operational challenges posed by a high number of work sites. Each of those situations would not effectively leverage the resources and expertise of the ACSA COR department to facilitate a smoother audit process.