Ontario's Building Inspector Training Program
Developed in partnership with the Ontario Building Officials Association, the Inspectors' Technique Suite is a comprehensive training program designed for both new building officials and seasoned professionals. This suite covers essential techniques for small residential building inspections, providing the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field.
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What to expect:
Each course in the Inspectors' Technique Suite follows a structured, easy-to-follow format designed to build confidence in residential building inspections with a step-by-step learning approach.
Guided Video Lessons: Walk through the inspection process with detailed videos covering:
- What to bring to the site and required safety gear.
- How to communicate effectively with builders and trades.
- Key elements to inspect and what to look for.
Orders & Reports: Learn when to issue orders, how to write inspection reports, and what follow-up actions may be required.
Interactive Quizzes: Reinforce your learning and stay engaged with knowledge checks throughout the course.
On-Site Walkthroughs: Watch real-world site inspections as an experienced building official walks through a jobsite, demonstrating the inspection process and key considerations.
Frequently Asked Questions
New Building Inspectors
If you’re just getting started, this training helps you feel more comfortable in the field.
You’ll learn what to look for, how to approach inspections, and how to handle real situations that come up on site. It’s designed to give you a clear starting point so you’re not figuring everything out on your own.
Inspectors building confidence in the field
Maybe you’ve done a number of inspections but still feel unsure in certain situations.
This suite helps you develop a more consistent approach, so you’re not second-guessing what you’re seeing or how to respond.
Experienced Inspectors & Mentors
If you’re responsible for training others, this gives you a structured way to explain how inspections are actually carried out.
It can also help you refine your own process and make your approach more consistent across your team.
Municipal teams looking for consistency
For departments training new staff or trying to align inspection approaches across the team, this provides a practical, consistent foundation everyone can follow.
You’ll have access to the course for your full access period, giving you time to move through the material at your own pace and revisit sections as needed.
1 course = 45 days
2 course bundle = 90 days
4 course bundle = 180 days
6 course bundle = 270 days
You’ll get both.
The module includes instructor-led lessons to explain key concepts, along with real on-site inspection walkthroughs so you can see how inspections are carried out in practice.
No. This course is designed to meet you where you’re at.
If you’re new, it will help you build a foundation and feel more confident on site. If you already have some experience, it will help you refine your approach.
Yes, and this is where most people see the biggest value.
Knowing the code and applying it on site are two different things. This module focuses on what that looks like in practice.
If you’ve ever had to train someone or explain your approach, it likely is.
Many experienced inspectors use this module to refine how they communicate and to build a more consistent way of mentoring newer staff.
No. The modules are all designed to be standalone to suit inspectors with a variety of needs.
However, we offer bundle pricing if you'd like to take multiple.
Yes. A certificate of completion is provided, and CPD credits are available.
This course was developed by RSM Building Consultants in partnership with the Ontario Building Officials Association, with a focus on practical, field-based learning.
Each module has 2-4 hours worth of video content. Each module also includes quizzes and exercises. Feedback shows you can expect each module to take one day to complete.