What does RIDDOR require employers to do?

RIDDOR, which stands for the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, mandates that employers report specific incidents that occur in the workplace. This includes serious injuries to employees, illnesses that arise as a direct result of work activities, and dangerous occurrences that could have led to significant harm. The requirement to document and report these incidents is vital for ensuring workplace safety, enabling regulatory oversight, and identifying trends that could improve future health and safety practices.

While providing first aid training for employees, conducting team-building exercises, and maintaining work-life balance are important aspects of workplace management and employee well-being, they are not requirements under RIDDOR. The focus of RIDDOR is primarily on promoting health and safety through the systematic reporting of incidents, thereby allowing for necessary investigations and preventive measures to be implemented effectively.