What do RIDDOR regulations require?

RIDDOR, which stands for the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, requires that specific work-related incidents, such as accidents leading to injury, certain occupational diseases, and dangerous occurrences, be reported to the appropriate authorities. The primary aim of these regulations is to ensure that significant hazards to employees and the workplace are tracked, monitored, and ultimately managed.

By mandating the reporting of such incidents, RIDDOR helps to enhance workplace safety by identifying patterns and common issues that might need addressing to prevent future occurrences. The requirement to report not only accidents but also specific diseases and dangerous occurrences reinforces the importance of comprehensive health and safety monitoring in the workplace.

In contrast, employee training manuals, substance control programs, and the provision of personal protective equipment are crucial components of workplace health and safety, but they are not direct requirements of RIDDOR. Instead, they support a broader safety management system that aims to comply with such reporting regulations and enhance overall safety performance.