Members of the medical public health inspectorate participate in the design, implementation, execution and evaluation of public health policy.
In the regional health agencies, they monitor this policy and carry out permanent and temporary inspection missions.
They participate in monitoring the application of the provisions of this code and the regulations adopted for its application.
The members of the public health inspectorate contribute in particular to the organisation of the health system and the implementation of policies for the prevention and promotion of health, the prevention and combating of social and environmental risks and the management of public health crises.
They may perform management, supervisory, monitoring, inspection, advisory, expert, study, teaching and research duties, including in international organisations.
As part of their duties, they may be entrusted with special studies and assignments.
They may be involved in teaching, training and research in the field of public health.
In the performance of their duties, they ensure compliance with medical confidentiality and professional rules.