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Set the scene
Start with context
Fill the frame
2–3 ft for close-ups; keep ladders, cords and workers fully in view.
Corrective-action tracking software
Corrective-action tracking software built from safety inspection findings
OSHA Scan turns accepted photo-inspection findings into a corrective-action checklist. Each finding includes a suggested fix and can be marked pending or completed, while saved reports and dated scores preserve the inspection trail. This focused workflow helps teams move from finding to follow-up without claiming CAPA assignments, owners, deadlines, escalations, approvals, or incident management.
Free · No account needed to scan · Results in seconds
A finding matters only when the follow-up remains visible
Inspection notes often record a hazard and then disappear into a folder. The practical gap is not another form; it is a clear list of what was found, what correction was suggested, and whether the item remains pending or has been completed.
With OSHA Scan, the photo remains attached to the inspection evidence. A person reviews the AI-assisted findings, accepts what applies, and uses the generated checklist to follow progress. Completed status is reflected in the saved inspection record and its score history.
This is intentionally simpler than an enterprise CAPA system. OSHA Scan does not assign owners or deadlines, run approval workflows, send escalations, or manage incidents. Teams that need those controls can export the inspection record and use it alongside their existing process.
From photo to suggested action to completion status
Each visible finding includes severity context, the OSHA standard family it may relate to, why the condition matters, and a suggested corrective action. The suggestion is a starting point for a competent person, not an automatic work order.
After review, checklist items can remain pending or be marked completed. Dated inspections and score trends help show whether visible conditions changed, while PDF and Excel exports provide a portable record for meetings and established follow-up systems.
The corrective-action workflow
A focused loop grounded in the inspection photo and human verification.
Capture visible conditions
Upload a work-area photo and receive preliminary findings tied to what appears in the frame.
Review suggested corrections
Each finding includes a practical suggested action for a person to verify against site conditions.
Track checklist status
Keep accepted items pending or mark them completed as the corrective work is verified.
Preserve the inspection trail
Use saved reports, dated scores, trends, and PDF or Excel exports to document follow-up.
Illustrative public sample
Corrective-action status stays with the inspection
This illustrative public sample of the real report interface shows findings, suggested actions, and pending or completed checklist status.
- Suggested actions tied to visible findings
- Pending and completed checklist status
Demo: the report a scanned photo comes back with
Scan a photo like the one above and this is the report you get — score, findings, OSHA references, and fixes. It is an illustrative example, clearly marked — not live scan data.
Example report
Illustrative — not live scan dataCompliance score
61
Lower means more potential hazards found
4 potential hazards found
1 High1 Medium2 locked
1Emergency exit route narrowed by stored cartons
HighPossibly related to exit route requirements (29 CFR 1910.37)
Observed condition: Stored material can delay evacuation and makes the route less reliable during an emergency.
Corrective action: Remove the cartons and restore the full marked exit route; verify the route remains clear.
High confidence
2Extension cord crossing an active walkway
MediumPossibly related to walking-working surfaces (29 CFR 1910.22)
Observed condition: The crossing creates a trip hazard and exposes the cord to repeated damage.
Corrective action: Reroute the cord away from foot traffic or protect the crossing with an appropriate cord cover.
High confidence
AI-generated analysisThese findings are potential hazards flagged by AI from a single photo. They are a starting point for your own review — not an official OSHA determination. Verify conditions on site with a qualified person before acting.
Try it free
Now scan your own photo — free
Upload a photo like the one above and get a compliance score and hazard count in seconds. No account needed to scan — create a free account to unlock the full report.
- Visible findings with practical suggested corrective actions
- A checklist where items can be marked pending or completed
- Saved reports, dated scores, and PDF or Excel exports
Live OSHA hazard analysis
Free instant AI scanPhoto scan — no account neededVideo walkthrough scan — free account
1Upload photo
2AI analysis
3See report
Use the real site or facility name. If you save the scan after signup, it becomes the report name.
Three angles, one deeper scan
Only the wide shot is required — every extra angle gives the AI more places to look.
Required: Set the scene — one wide shot lets the AI sweep the whole area at once
Stand at the entry point and capture corner to corner: floors, ladders, scaffolds, and everyone at work
or choose from your library
Drop a job-site photo or walkthrough video
Click to upload, drag & drop, or snap a photo on site. Photos scan free in about 15 seconds — no signup, no card. Video walkthroughs (up to 3 min) run on a free account.
Results in ~15sReferences relevant OSHA standardsPrivate - deleted in 48h unless you save it
Accuracy boosters
Small habits, sharper scans
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Capture clearly
Make the frame usable
Light it right
Keep the sun or lights behind you — glare and shadows hide hazards.
Tap to focus
Tap the hazard on screen and hold still one second — blur can't be flagged.
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Choose the useful view
Give the AI room to understand
Go landscape
Turn your phone sideways — a wider frame catches more of the scene.
No job-site photo handy?
or scan with video
Only upload photos you have permission to use, and avoid images showing personal, customer, or confidential information. Demo photos and results are held privately for up to 48 hours so you can save them to a free account; unclaimed photos are deleted automatically. Results are an AI-assisted preliminary review, not an official OSHA determination.
New: Video walkthrough scans
Record up to 3 minutes of your site — the AI extracts frames and flags every hazard with exact timestamps. Free account required.
Get the best results
Wide shot first
Stand at the entrance and photograph the entire work area so AI sees the full context
Hazard areas
Photograph elevated surfaces, equipment, electrical panels, and anywhere workers are active
Close-ups last
Move in close on anything damaged, missing, or that looks risky — the AI catches more detail
Corrective-action follow-up checklist
Keep the workflow accurate without overstating what the software automates.
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Confirm the finding on site
Treat AI-assisted findings as drafts until a person verifies the condition.
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Review the suggested correction
Adapt the recommendation to the equipment, task, and controls at the location.
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Keep unfinished work pending
Pending status makes the remaining follow-up visible in the inspection checklist.
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Verify before marking completed
Confirm the correction in the field before changing the checklist status.
Plan follow-up in a free dashboard template
Preview an illustrative Excel layout for findings, severity, site, and action status.
View the safety dashboard templateWhat the AI can and can't detect
OSHA Scan reads a single photo. That makes it fast and easy for anyone on site — but it also means it has real limits. Here's an honest look at both.
What it can catch from a photo
- Missing or incorrect PPE that is visible in the frame
- Unprotected edges, open holes, and visible fall hazards
- Housekeeping, trip, and blocked walkway or exit hazards
- Visible electrical, struck-by, and equipment-guarding hazards
What a photo can't tell it
- Hazards hidden from view or anything outside the photo
- Exact heights, distances, weights, or measurements
- Training records, procedures, or how equipment is actually used
- Full legal compliance or an official OSHA pass/fail determination
OSHA Scan gives an AI-assisted preliminary review from a photo. It does not replace an on-site inspection by a qualified safety professional, and a compliance score is not an official OSHA determination.
Always confirmed by a person on site
A scan is a fast first look, not the final word. Before treating this kind of area as safe, a competent person should still confirm:
- Whether each suggested correction is appropriate for the task and equipment
- Whether corrective work is complete before changing its checklist status
- Energy state, atmosphere, permits, and conditions outside the image
People also ask
How does OSHA Scan track corrective actions?
Accepted inspection findings become checklist items with suggested corrections. Items can remain pending or be marked completed, and the inspection stays available in saved reports and dated trends.
Does it assign CAPA owners or due dates?
No. OSHA Scan does not provide CAPA assignment, owners, deadlines, escalations, or approval workflows. Export PDF or Excel records when those controls belong in another system.
Does it manage safety incidents?
No. It documents proactive photo inspections and corrective-action checklist status; it is not an incident-management or OSHA recordkeeping system.
Can a completed action change the score?
Saved, dated inspection scores can show changes in visible conditions over time. A person should verify the correction, and a follow-up photo is useful evidence.
Can I try the workflow free?
Yes. Scan a workplace photo free to see the visible findings and score; an account unlocks the fuller report workflow.
Reviewed by OSHA Scan Editorial
Last updated August 29, 2026
This content is produced by the OSHA Scan Editorial team and reviewed with AI assistance. It is general safety information, not legal or compliance advice. OSHA Scan is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or certified by OSHA or the U.S. Department of Labor.
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