The online form must be completed in the event of any accident, incident or near-miss on University premises involving students, staff or visitors; and for any accident, incident or near-miss away from the University involving students or staff on University business or educational activities.
What is an Accident/Incident or Near-Miss?
| Accident |
Separate, identifiable, unintended work or teaching/learning related incident that causes physical injury. Examples: slips/trips and falls, exposure to harmful substances and injuries whilst using or handling equipment. |
| Other incidents | May include ill-health or other non-work-related injuries requiring first aid. |
| Near miss: | An incident with the potential to cause harm but didn't on this occasion. |
Reporting an Accident, Incident or Near-Miss
Please complete an Accident/Incident/Near-Miss report using the button below.
Privacy Notice: By submitting an accident/incident form you agree to allow the Health, Safety and Sustainability office to use and share this information with relevant people (e.g. Local Safety Contact/Line Manager) in order to facilitate a follow-up of the accident, incident or near-miss.
The University will hold all information provided in accordance with Data Protection legislation and the University’s Data Protection UPR.