Reporting incidents RIDDOR

What does RIDDOR stand for?

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

• Reporting of Incidents, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

• Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Operations Regulations

Who is responsible for reporting incidents under RIDDOR?

• Employees

• Employers and self employed

• Clients

• Anyone

What types of incidents must be reported under RIDDOR? (Select all that apply)

• Work-related accidents causing death

• Minor injuries

• Diagnosed cases of certain industrial diseases

• Dangerous occurrences

How long must an injury incapacitate a worker before it must be reported under RIDDOR?

• More than 3 days

• More than 7 days

• More than 10 days

• More than 1 day

What is the main purpose of an inspection following a reportable accident?

• To assign blame

• To determine the cause and prevent recurrence

• To document the incident for insurance purposes

• To be able to amend risk assessments

What must employers provide to safety representatives during an inspection?

• Financial compensation

• Facilities and assistance

• Legal advice

• A canteen

What is the usual system for recording minor accidents in the workplace?

• Accident book

• Verbal report

• Email notification

• Text message

What should be done if a worker is incapacitated for more than three days but less than seven days?

• Record in the accident book

• Ignore the situation until the worker returns.
• Report the worker to HR and ensure they provide a medical certificate.
• Notify the worker's supervisor only.

What should be done if a worker is incapacitated for more than three days but less than seven days?

• Report to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

• Keep accurate records in the accident book

• No action required

• Ask for a medical report

What is the legal framework that supports RIDDOR?

• Employment Rights Act 1996

• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

• Data Protection Act 2018

• Equality act 2011