"Comprising a model Labour Inspection Enforcement Policy, a Training and Operations Manual, and a model Code of Ethical Behaviour, it provides three basic tools necessary for a modern labour inspection practice that is both efficient and effective.
An important role of labour inspection in any country is the promotion of compliance with national labour legislation as well as good labour practices, to achieve basic workers' rights, balanced socio-economic development, and sound and effective industrial relations as a basis for constructive social dialogue and thus a positive investment climate. Labour inspectorates are expected to assist management and workers in developing good labour practices and achieving social justice and decent work for all. After years of political instability, the countries of East and South East Europe are now well into the process of rapid transformation towards market economy structures. But the privatisation process and "learning the rules" of a modern market economy, as well as new social partnerships have had very diverse impacts on working conditions in all sectors of the economy. As an increasing number of products and services from these countries are entering world markets, enterprises will be increasingly required to modernise and reduce costs to maintain a competitive edge."

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