What is the main requirement of RIDDOR?

The primary requirement of RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) is focused on the necessity to report specific incidents related to health and safety that have a serious impact on individuals in the workplace. This includes the reporting of deaths, specified injuries, cases of occupational diseases, and dangerous occurrences. The regulation aims to collect data that can be used to improve safety and prevent future incidents, emphasizing the importance of notifying authorities about significant workplace injuries and fatalities. By ensuring that these critical incidents are reported, RIDDOR helps create a safer working environment through awareness and monitoring of health and safety issues.