Riyadh Mayoralty announced it is expanding the use of body cameras worn by inspectors during visits to establishments across the capital. The cameras record inspection visits in both audio and video as part of efforts to strengthen documentation and transparency.
the initiative aims to improve compliance with municipal requirements and to support clearer documentation and review of observations, reports, and objections raised during inspections. The footage provides a reliable record that can be reviewed if questions or disputes arise.
The expansion follows a three-week pilot that documented more than 600 inspection visits. The trial period allowed the mayoralty to assess how recorded visits can improve accuracy and accountability in the inspection process before rolling out wider use.
Why it matters
For business owners and the wider community, the move is intended to add a layer of transparency to routine municipal inspections. Recorded visits create a shared record for both inspectors and establishments, which can help reduce misunderstandings and ensure procedures are carried out consistently.
No fees, payment steps, permits, or additional procedures were announced for establishments in connection with the body-camera initiative. The measure applies to inspection visits carried out by mayoralty teams across Riyadh.
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