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QUESTION:
Outline the reasons why accidents should be reported and recorded within a workplace
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(a) The reasons why accidents should be reported and recorded within a workplace include: - compilation of accident statistics and the identification of trends to meet legal requirements so that an investigation can be carried out to prevent re-occurrence identify weaknesses in the management system for use in civil claims or to satisfy insurance requirements inform the review of risk assessments.

(b) Should an incident be reported, there are consequences which includes an employer being fined, more especially if the accident was reported to RIDDOR which in some instances is a legal requirement.

(c) Enables companies to pro-actively resolve hazards before a tragic or costly incident occurs. Engages the workforce (all workers at all levels) in solving problems. Increases safety ownership and reinforces workers' self-esteem. Uncovers valuable information that otherwise might not be discussed.

(d) They provide a reminder of possible hazards. Reporting them provide a way to monitor potential problems and root causes as they recur. The documentation of these problems and root causes increases the likelihood that repeating failures will be noticed and corrected before they develop to more serious incidents