About DFI Ghana
Protecting Ghana's workforce through rigorous safety standards and inspections
Ensuring Safe Workplaces for All Ghanaians
The Department of Factories Inspectorate (DFI) is the government agency responsible for ensuring occupational safety and health in factories, offices, and shops across Ghana. Established in 1952, we have been at the forefront of protecting workers and promoting safe working conditions for over seven decades.
Our Mission
To promote and ensure safe and healthy working conditions in all workplaces through effective regulation, inspection, and education.
Our Vision
A Ghana where every worker returns home safely every day, and workplaces are models of safety excellence.
70+
Years of Service
16
Regional Offices
500+
Trained Inspectors
50K+
Workplaces Registered
Our Core Values
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our operations and interactions.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in service delivery and continuous improvement.
Collaboration
We work together with stakeholders to achieve common safety goals.
Innovation
We embrace new technologies and methods to enhance workplace safety.
What We Do
Our mandate covers a wide range of activities to ensure workplace safety
Workplace Registration
Register and maintain records of all factories, offices, and shops in Ghana.
Safety Inspections
Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Certificate Issuance
Issue compliance certificates to workplaces meeting safety requirements.
Accident Investigation
Investigate workplace accidents and recommend preventive measures.
Enforcement
Enforce safety regulations and take action against non-compliant workplaces.
Training & Education
Provide safety training and awareness programs for employers and workers.
Ready to Work With Us?
Whether you need to register your workplace or have questions about safety compliance, we're here to help.