What is RIDDOR and Why is it Important?
RIDDOR stands for the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013. It is a UK health and safety legislation that applies to all responsible persons. RIDDOR requires them to correctly report and keep a record of certain work-related injuries, incidents and diseases.
As an employer or person in charge, it is crucial you understand the law. In 2022/23, over 500,000 injuries and 1.8 million new or ongoing work-related illnesses occurred. RIDDOR holds employers accountable for negligence or unsafe behaviors.
Reporting Requirements and Process:
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RIDDOR has two main parts:
- RIDDOR I covers workplace accidents, injuries, diseases and incidents.
- RIDDOR II covers compensation for work-related accidents and illnesses.
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Workplace injuries rank as the third highest cause of disability and illness in the UK after heart disease and cancer.
When should RIDDOR be reported?
RIDDOR is the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013. This UK health and safety legislation applies to all responsible persons. It requires them to report and record certain work-related injuries, incidents and diseases.
As an employer, you must understand this law. In 2022/23, over 500,000 injuries and 1.8 million ongoing work illnesses occurred. RIDDOR holds you accountable for unsafe behaviors.
RIDDOR must be reported online or by phone to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The HSE investigates serious incidents and deaths to ensure regulations were followed.