Accident Reporting Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What are the benefits of accident reporting? (5)
A
- Ability to assess significance & acceptability of accident rates by comparing with similar activities to estimate what can normally be expected
- Ability to compare accidents and accident rates across the MOD and with other industry
- Identify accidents where preventative measures can be taken
- To ease reporting locally and externally to HSE
- Identify accidents which require resolution, policy change and funding
2
Q
What does RIDDOR stand for? (1)
A
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurences Regulations
3
Q
Who holds responsibility for reporting accidents? (1)
A
The line manager or individual in charge of the area where accident occurred. If they cannot be identified, then the responsibility lies with the individual’s line manager.
4
Q
What is the timeframe for reporting accidents?
A
Within 10 consecutive days
5
Q
How soon should deaths be reported?
A
Immediately
6
Q
What types of accidents must be reported?
A
Accidents, incidents and near misses
7
Q
Who does the accident reporting process apply to? (2)
A
- All MOD employees in UK and overseas
- All MOD contractors
