RIDDOR reporting responsibility — DOccMed MCQ

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An employee sustains a fracture at work resulting in eight weeks off. Under RIDDOR, who is responsible for reporting?

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Correct answer: A — The employer (the responsible person)

Under RIDDOR 2013, the responsible person (typically employer) must report specified injuries. A fracture (other than fingers/thumbs/toes) is a specified injury.

Reference: RIDDOR 2013