Accident Book:
Noun: A logbook or record maintained by an organisation or workplace to document and track all accidents, injuries, and near misses that occur on the premises. The Accident Book serves as a crucial tool for recording essential details such as the date, time, location, nature of the incident, individuals involved, and any immediate actions taken. It is typically used to comply with legal requirements, health and safety regulations, and to facilitate the investigation and analysis of accidents for the purpose of preventing future occurrences. The Accident Book also serves as a reference for insurance claims, employee compensation, and maintaining a comprehensive safety record.
An accident book is a legal document that is used to record details of accidents that occur in the workplace. It is a requirement under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR) for employers to keep an accident book. The accident book should contain details of the accident, including the date and time, the location, the names of those involved, and a description of the injuries sustained. The accident book should be kept confidential and only accessed by those who need to know the information. The information recorded in the accident book can be used to identify trends and patterns in accidents, which can help employers to take steps to prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.
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