The Programme Steering Committee has assigned a high priority to the training of Inspectors. Where numbers warrant, training programmes can be provided in all Members. More often however, training will be provided at one or two central locations in the region. While COSCAP‑NA will provide a large majority of the training, in many cases donors will provide additional training programmes at no cost to the Programme. Where the number of Member inspectors is not large, service providers will also be invited to send participants to the training programmes. Attendance by service provider staff at these programmes ensures a better understanding of regulatory requirements; fosters good working relationships between the regulator and service providers; and expedites the implementation of safety improvements in the Region.
