Report Workplace Accidents
If an employee has an accident at work, you have a statutory duty to record and report it. Even with robust safety measures, occurrences can still happen, and it’s important to follow the right process to stay compliant and safeguard your workforce.
Legal advice for reporting an accident at work
Under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR), you must notify the regulator within strict timeframes. This includes recording details of the occurrence, providing medical support where needed, and carrying out a review of your on-site frameworks. By handling incidents correctly, you can reduce the chance of penalties or regulatory inquiries.
We can support with:
- Meeting your statutory reporting duties under RIDDOR
- Recording on-site injuries accurately and in line with regulations
- Reviewing protocols and practices following an incident
- Carrying out hazard assessments and safety audits
- Responding to HSE or local authority probes or follow-up action.
With multidisciplinary, long-term guidance, you can manage incident notification effectively while defending your team and business interests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Incident reporting can feel complex, especially with statutory RIDDOR duties and strict time limits. Here are answers to some common questions:You must disclose most on-site injuries within 10 days of the occurrence. If the employee is off work for more than seven days, you have 15 days to inform the authority.
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