RIDDOR Training Course

Duration 2-3 hours

Last audited 10th February 2023

CPD Approved RoSPA Approved
RIDDOR
For me
For teams
  • 100% online training

  • Start when you like

  • Learn on any device (desktop, mobile or tablet)

  • Instant assessment and result

  • 1 learner per course

  • Train teams of all sizes

  • Bulk discounts starting at 10% off 10 courses

  • Learn on any device (desktop, mobile or tablet)

£25 +VAT

include vat

Includes a 10% discount for 10+ courses

The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, or RIDDOR, is the law that requires responsible people in the workplace to record and report certain work-related illnesses and injuries.

This online RIDDOR course provides a thorough introduction to RIDDOR legislation, explaining why incidents must be reported, which incidents need to be reported and how to submit a report online, by phone or in writing.

100% online training

Access anywhere

Same day digital certificate

Printed certificate posted next working day

Full audio voiceover

Unlimited assessment attempts

Written in compliance with the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR)

Developed by health and safety professionals

Accredited by CPD and assured by RoSPA Qualifications

What you'll learn

By the end of this course, you will:

  • Understand the purpose of RIDDOR.
  • Understand the legal responsibilities that employers have under RIDDOR.
  • Know which injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences must be reported under RIDDOR.
  • Understand how to report an injury, disease or dangerous occurrence.
  • Have knowledge of what records need keeping and how they should be kept.
  • Understand how the law is enforced should an injury, disease or dangerous occurrence not be reported as required by RIDDOR.

Training you can trust

  • Course Content
  • Assessment
  • Suitable for

Module 1: Introduction to RIDDOR

What is RIDDOR?, who does RIDDOR relate to?, RIDDOR in Northern Ireland, why do accidents need reporting?, benefits of good health and safety, and key definitions.

Module 2: Reportable Incidents

What are accidents at work?, exemptions, specified injuries, deaths, over 7-day injuries, over 3-day injuries, and injuries to members of the public.

Module 3: Reportable Incidents Part 2

Occupational diseases, exposure to carcinogens, mutagens and biological agents, diseases offshore, dangerous occurrences, gas incidents, and mines, quarries and offshore site disturbance.

Module 4: How to Report an Incident

Who should report accidents?, when should reports be made?, how to make a report, reporting out of hours, what records need to be kept, the accident book, and how long do records need to be kept for?

Module 5: Enforcement of the Law

Defence, certificates of exemption, HSE involvement, and prosecution.

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 10 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 80%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don't pass don't worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.


All employers and people who are in control of premises (the responsible person) must make a report under RIDDOR in case of an accident and so should have adequate knowledge of the regulations. This course covers all aspects of the RIDDOR legislation so that the responsible person understands when, why and how to make a suitable report.

Course reviews