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About The Course

This RIDDOR in Healthcare training module provides healthcare professionals with a thorough understanding of the legal requirements for reporting work-related injuries, diseases, and dangerous occurrences. It covers the scope of RIDDOR 2013, specified injuries, occupational diseases, dangerous events, and incidents involving patients or the public. Learners gain knowledge of proper reporting timeframes, HSE processes, and the NHS governance structure supporting compliance. The module highlights the importance of accurate reporting in fostering safety, legal compliance, and continuous improvement in healthcare environments.

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Learning Objectives

Explain the purpose and scope of the RIDDOR 2013 regulations and their relevance within UK healthcare settings.

Identify which injuries, occupational diseases, dangerous occurrences, and non-staff incidents are reportable under RIDDOR.

Describe the legal responsibilities of healthcare employers and the roles of NHS staff, managers, and safety leads in the reporting process.

Apply the correct procedures for incident escalation, classification, and online reporting to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

Distinguish between incidents that require external RIDDOR reporting and those that should be recorded internally through systems like DATIX.

Recognise NHS-relevant scenarios involving patients, visitors, contractors, and staff that may trigger RIDDOR reporting duties.

Demonstrate knowledge of RIDDOR timeframes, including reporting deadlines for fatalities, specified injuries, over-seven-day absences, and occupational diseases.

Describe how accurate reporting supports NHS governance, safety audits, and compliance with CQC and legal standards.

Maintain legally compliant records for RIDDOR incidents and understand the minimum retention requirements and best practices for documentation.

Promote a culture of safety by recognising the value of near-miss reporting and learning from dangerous occurrences to prevent future harm.

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Course Modules

Module 1:

Introduction to RIDDOR in Healthcare

Module 2:

Legal Framework: RIDDOR 2013 (as amended)

Module 3:

Specified Injuries Reportable under RIDDOR

Module 4:

Occupational Diseases in Healthcare

Module 5:

Dangerous Occurrences and Near-Misses

Module 6:

Injuries to Patients, Visitors, and the Public

Module 7:

Timeframes and Methods for Reporting

Module 8:

Record Keeping and NHS Governance

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Keywords

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