RIDDOR - Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences

Course Overview

RIDDOR, is a law that requires employers, and those in charge of work premises, to report and keep records of deaths and serious injuries that happen in the workplace. The course starts by explaining the purpose of RIDDOR, and then moves on to explore the different injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences which are either covered or exempt under the legislation. It gives an explanation of how to submit a RIDDOR report, including who can report, and the deadlines set in law for doing so.

About This Course

RIDDOR, is a law that requires employers, and those in charge of work premises, to report and keep records of deaths and serious injuries that happen in the workplace. The course starts by explaining the purpose of RIDDOR, and then moves on to explore the different injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences which are either covered or exempt under the legislation. It gives an explanation of how to submit a RIDDOR report, including who can report, and the deadlines set in law for doing so.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• What RIDDOR 2013 is and the purpose of the legislation.
• What is included or exempt under RIDDOR 2013.
• How to submit a RIDDOR report.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is aimed at supervisors and managers that may be responsible for reporting an incident that takes place in their workplace.

Using this Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 - RIDDOR course in Ireland

This online course can support Irish workplace training records for employees, supervisors, managers and contractors who need structured workplace awareness training. It is useful where an employer wants a consistent awareness module, a refresher option or a documented learning record that can be assigned to staff without arranging a classroom session.

The course should still be matched to the learner's role, the work activity, the site risk assessment and any local procedures. Online training is strongest when it is used alongside supervision, workplace instruction and practical checks where the topic involves equipment, physical tasks or site-specific controls.

Phoenix STS presents this course for Irish learners and employers as part of a wider training matrix. The course information PDF and sample certificate on this page help managers check the content before assigning it to staff.

This course uses UK RIDDOR terminology. Irish employers should not treat it as Irish reporting-law training and should apply the relevant Irish accident and dangerous occurrence reporting requirements.

Course information PDF

View or download the course information PDF before enrolling. It summarises the course content, expected duration and assessment information.

Sample certificate

View or download a sample certificate for this online course. The final certificate is issued through the online course platform after the learner successfully completes the course and assessment.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 - RIDDOR course suitable for?

It is suitable for learners whose role, workplace or training matrix requires awareness of reporting of injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations 2013 - riddor. Employers should decide suitability by looking at the role, risk assessment and any sector-specific requirements.

Is this course enough on its own?

It depends on the topic and the learner's role. Online training can provide useful awareness and evidence of completion, but practical tasks, equipment use and site-specific procedures may still need local instruction, supervision or practical training.

What evidence does the learner receive?

Learners receive evidence through the online course platform after successful completion. This page also includes the course information PDF and, where available, a sample certificate so employers can review the expected evidence before enrolling.

Does this course refer to UK requirements?

Some online courses use UK terms because of the source course content. Irish employers should check the content against Irish legal duties, local procedures and role-specific requirements before assigning it as mandatory training.

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Irish Legislative Context

UK Legislation Covered: RIDDOR 2013 (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations)

Irish Equivalent: Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (Sections 8 and 58) and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007. In Ireland, workplace incidents must be reported to the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) using the HSA online reporting system. The HSA is Ireland's national body for occupational safety and health.

Phoenix STS delivers training under both Irish and UK regulatory frameworks. If you require guidance on which legislation applies to your organisation, contact us on 043 334 9611.