RIDDOR incident reporting in schools
3 August 2022
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have been getting an influx of incorrectly reported RIDDORs for playground or playtime incidents by various schools.
Please note a playtime fall is only RIDDOR reportable when a child has been taken directly to hospital if it happened from or in connection with a work activity. This includes incidents arising because:
- the condition of the premises or equipment was poor, e.g. badly maintained or faulty play equipment; or
- the school had not provided adequate supervision, e.g. where particular risks were identified, but no action was taken to provide suitable supervision.
If a child is merely playing in the playground this is unlikely to be reported. Please ensure incidents are correctly reported - see HSE incident reporting in schools for further guidance.
Contact Details
Health and Safety Advice Line
Telephone: 03000 41 84 56
Email: healthandsafety@kent.gov.uk