Chief Inspector's Update 2021-2024

27. Through the Chief Inspector’s Plan, notwithstanding the need to address short notice issues within the fire and rescue environment in Scotland, it is possible to map out the work activity for HMFSI on a rolling annual basis. This planned approach allows the Inspectorate to add value and to contribute towards the drive for continuous improvement within the SFRS.

28. Our SDA and thematic reports always aim to produce a balanced and objective view that accurately reflects what we observe during the inspection process. Each report will note and comment on good practice that we find within the SFRS, but also make recommendations on the practices we observe where this is appropriate. These recommendations are the outputs for the HMFSI that allow us to contribute to the process of increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the SFRS, and thus advise Scottish Government Ministers accordingly.