Meet minimum workplace standards

Report incidents in the workplace

You must keep specific records of any accidents or dangerous incidents in the workplace that have been reported under the Recording of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR).

You must keep these records at your usual place of business for at least three years. You can keep records in any way you wish, by:

• keeping copies of report forms in a file
• recording the details on a computer
• maintaining a written log
• using the statutory Accident Book (B1510)

Some accidents or incidents must be reported to the HSE or your local authority. You must report:

• deaths or major injuries
• certain work-related diseases
• certain dangerous occurrences
• a work-related injury which causes someone to be away from or unable to do the full range of their normal duties for more than three days.

See our guide on how to record and report an accident, incident or near miss.

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• Ensure basic levels of comfort
• Put up suitable notices and signs
• Provide suitable first aid facilities
• Carry out a risk assessment of your workplace
• Fire protection
• Make sure equipment is appropriate
• Safe use of IT equipment
• Report incidents in the workplace
• Health and safety for people who work at home

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