RIDDOR: Consultation launched

A consultation has been launched on The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).

The consultation is now open for comments.

HSE has launched a consultation on The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).

The consultation seeks stakeholder views on a range of legislative and non-legislative proposals to help reduce work-related ill health, one of HSE’s key strategic objectives. It also looks for options to reduce the burden on businesses, in making these reports to the regulator, through simplification of the reporting process.

Legislative

clarifying definitions in Regulation 2 of RIDDOR and associated guidance, where certain terms have been identified as unclear or ambiguous
revising the list of occupational diseases in Regulation 8 of RIDDOR by reintroducing some diseases that were previously on the list and adding new diseases to ensure serious instances of ill-health are captured
broadening the scope of accepted “diagnosis” in Regulation 2 of RIDDOR to allow the diagnosis of an occupational disease by other types of registered health practitioners, not just doctors who are registered and hold a license to practice with the General Medical Council (GMC)
revising the list of dangerous occurrences in Schedule 2 of RIDDOR by adding new categories and amending existing ones to reflect modern risks

Non-legislative

improving the RIDDOR reporting process by simplifying the online form to reduce both under-reporting and over-reporting and improve overall usability

This consultation is relevant to all sectors and industries – in particular duty holders, self-employed people and those in control of work premises. It is also relevant to associated professions, including health care practitioners.

How to take part

The full consultation document, including detailed proposals, background information and how to respond is available on our website.

View the consultation and submit comments: Consultation on proposals for The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013.

The consultation runs until 30 June 2026.

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