RIDDOR reportable checker

Work out whether an incident looks reportable to HSE under RIDDOR, notifiable to CQC, or recordable locally — with deadlines for each.

Educational aid only. These walkthroughs are simplified educational aids. They do not cover every circumstance and are not legal or clinical advice. Always follow your organisation’s procedures and the current official guidance, and ask your manager or safeguarding lead when unsure.

Who was harmed and what happened decide where an incident gets reported — HSE under RIDDOR, CQC as a statutory notification, or your own records. This checker walks the main branches and states the deadlines.

It reflects the position in England for CQC-registered care settings. For the full picture, see the Incident Reporting and RIDDOR topic and HSE's guidance below.

Check the source

HSE: RIDDOR — how to report (opens in new tab)hse.gov.uk
HSE: RIDDOR in health and social care (HSIS1) (opens in new tab)hse.gov.uk
CQC: statutory notifications (opens in new tab)cqc.org.uk

Reminder: Educational reference only. Nothing on this site is legal, clinical or professional advice. Guidance changes: always check the current official source before acting. Full disclaimer.