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Accidents & Near Misses

An accident is an unplanned event that results in injury, ill-health, damage to or loss of plant, materials etc.

Accident Reporting 

If you have an accident while at the Institute , please report it immediately to one of the following:

  • Your Manager
  • Your Course Leader/Lecturer/Supervisor
  • The Medical Centre
  • The Health & Safety Officer

All accidents should be reported using the Institute's Accident Report Form which can be accessed here