When should I complete a form?
An accident form should be completed for each individual who has been injured at work; regardless of if first aid has been administered.
Incident Form should be completed to describe an incident which resulted in an injury within the workplace. One form can be completed for the incident. e.g. if a box falls off a shelf and two staff members are injured as a result - one incident form can be completed to describe the incident, and two accident forms should be completed - one for each staff member.
A hazard form should be completed to describe something that has the potential to cause harm – this could be described as a ‘near miss’. e.g. if there are trailing wires across the floor and someone stumbles and steadies themselves by holding a table - no incident occurred, and not accident happened, but it could have done. The form should be completed to document what happened and what was done immediately to ensure it was safe (e.g. move the wires). The office lead will then able able to complete any longer tern actions.
How do I complete a form?