Updated RIDDOR Guidance for Dutyholders
Published: 30th January 2025
The UK Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has published updated guidance on the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).
The new guidance, which replaces the previous version published in 2013, provides dutyholders with the latest information on their RIDDOR reporting obligations.
The main changes in the new guidance include:
- Clarification of the definition of a “relevant injury” – This now includes injuries that result in a worker being unable to perform their normal work duties for more than seven days.
- New guidance on reporting occupational diseases – This includes information on the diseases that are reportable under RIDDOR and how to report them.
- New guidance on reporting dangerous occurrences – This includes information on the types of occurrences that are reportable under RIDDOR and how to report them.
The new guidance also includes a number of helpful resources, such as:
- A flowchart to help dutyholders decide whether an incident is reportable under RIDDOR
- A template letter for reporting incidents to the ORR
- A list of frequently asked questions about RIDDOR
The ORR is encouraging all dutyholders to review the new guidance and make sure that they are aware of their RIDDOR reporting obligations.
What is RIDDOR?
RIDDOR is a set of regulations that require employers and other dutyholders to report certain types of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences to the ORR.
The purpose of RIDDOR is to help the ORR to identify and prevent accidents and ill health at work.
Who is a dutyholder?
A dutyholder is anyone who has a legal duty to ensure the health and safety of people at work. This includes employers, the self-employed and people in control of premises.
What incidents are reportable under RIDDOR?
The following incidents are reportable under RIDDOR:
- Relevant injuries – These are injuries that result in a worker being unable to perform their normal work duties for more than seven days.
- Occupational diseases – These are diseases that are caused by exposure to substances or conditions at work.
- Dangerous occurrences – These are events that have the potential to cause serious injury or death.
How do I report an incident to the ORR?
There are three ways to report an incident to the ORR:
- Online – You can report an incident online at the ORR’s website: www.orr.gov.uk/report-incident
- By phone – You can report an incident by phone by calling the ORR’s Incident Contact Centre on 0300 303 5697.
- By post – You can report an incident by post by sending a letter to the ORR at the following address:
Office of Rail and Road Temple Gate House 29 Temple Street Bristol BS1 6LN
What happens after I report an incident to the ORR?
The ORR will investigate all reported incidents and take appropriate action. This may include:
- Contacting the dutyholder to request further information
- Inspecting the workplace
- Taking enforcement action
The ORR will also use the information from reported incidents to identify and prevent accidents and ill health at work.
Further information
For further information on RIDDOR, please visit the ORR’s website: www.orr.gov.uk/health-and-safety-reporting
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