Document background
The Hazard Incident Report Form is a crucial document required under English and Welsh health and safety legislation, particularly RIDDOR 2013 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. It must be completed whenever a workplace hazard, incident, or near-miss occurs. The form serves multiple purposes: ensuring legal compliance, maintaining accurate incident records, identifying patterns in workplace safety issues, and supporting the implementation of preventive measures. It forms part of an organization's broader health and safety management system and may be required for insurance purposes or regulatory investigations.
