Accident Reporting

Following an accident or incident employers should record details of all occurrences and subsequent investigations so if the accident becomes reportable under the Reporting of Incidents, Diseases, Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) they have all the information required. They are also useful should civil action be taken in a claim for damages. 

Investigations should ideally be carried out by management who have full knowledge of the workplace and systems as soon as is practicable. They should be self critical where needed and implement corrective actions as soon as possible. Staff must be advised of the causes and new control measures established to prevent recurrence and where necessary re train as required. 

Staff should be encouraged to report incidents as well as accidents and they should be investigated as thoroughly as all accidents. Remember that prevention is better than cure. 

Caution: This statement gives basic information on health and safety. Please contact the Advice Line for specific advice. Contact Us.