UKHealth & SafetyLegally Required
Accident Book & RIDDOR Procedures
Accident recording book and procedures for reporting to HSE under RIDDOR.
What this document covers
Every workplace must have an accident book to record all work-related injuries, near misses, and dangerous occurrences. Certain serious incidents must also be reported to the HSE under RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013).
Key sections included
- Accident record template
- Near miss reporting
- RIDDOR reportable incidents
- HSE notification procedure
- Investigation procedure
- Trend analysis
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to report under RIDDOR?
Deaths, specified injuries (fractures, amputations, loss of consciousness), incidents causing over 7 days off work, dangerous occurrences, and certain occupational diseases.
How long must I keep accident records?
At least 3 years from the date of the last entry.
Document details
- Legal basis
- Social Security (Claims and Payments) Regulations 1979; RIDDOR 2013
- Enforced by
- HSE
- Penalty for absence
- Failure to report under RIDDOR: fines up to £20,000. Failure to keep records: evidence gap if a claim is made.
- Category
- Health & Safety
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