RIDDOR Could Be Changing – And It’s Worth Paying Attention
The HSE has launched a consultation on proposed changes to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR), aimed at improving clarity, relevance and usability for employers and duty holders.
What’s being proposed?
The consultation focuses on several key areas:
Clarifying definitions where current terminology is unclear or ambiguous
Updating the list of dangerous occurrences to reflect modern workplace risks
Revising reportable occupational diseases
Expanding who can diagnose reportable conditions, allowing other registered health professionals (not just GMC-registered doctors)
Simplifying the online reporting process to improve usability and reduce under- and over-reporting
Who is this relevant to?
The consultation applies across all sectors, and will be particularly relevant to:
Duty holders
Self-employed workers
Those in control of work premises
Occupational health and healthcare professionals
What does this mean?
While these are currently proposals, they signal a clear intention to modernise RIDDOR and ensure it remains fit for today’s working environments.
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