Hazards identified during day to day activity must be reported to the appropriate manager. If the hazard can be remedied immediately, the manager should take appropriate action in consultation with the Health and Safety Representative.
Who should report incidents?
Only ‘responsible persons’ including employers, the self-employed and people in control of work premises should submit reports under RIDDOR. If you are an employee (or representative) or a member of the public wishing to report an incident about which you have concerns, please refer to our advice.
How do employees report a hazard?
Call SafeWork NSW immediately on 13 10 50 if there is a: death. serious injury or illness. potentially dangerous incident.
What is the difference between a hazard and an incident?
‘Hazard’: an object or situation that has the potential to harm a person, the environment or cause damage to property. ‘Incident’: any unplanned event resulting in, or having a potential for injury, ill health, damage or other loss.
What is done with a hazard report?
The purpose of a hazard report is to draw attention to current hazards and potential hazards. In simple terms, a hazard report should be documented and shared when any situation is found that could potentially cause harm to people including: The condition of the work environment itself.
What type of incidents should be reported?
An incident report form should be completed for all incidents in the workplace and a register or record should be kept.
- The death of a person at your workplace (employee, contractor, visitor or otherwise)
- A serious illness or injury.
- A dangerous incident that exposed someone to a serious risk, even if there was no injury.
Who should report a near miss?
In addition to internal reporting, near misses classed as “dangerous occurrences” must be reported to the HSE under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) 2013.
