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NEBOSH HSE Introduction to Incident Investigation
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Key terminology
KEY TERMS
Accident
An adverse event that results in injury or ill health.
Incident
Occurrence arising out of, or in the course of, work that could or does result in injury and ill health. An incident where 
injury and ill health occurs is sometimes referred to as an ‘accident’.
Dangerous occurrence
One of several specific, reportable adverse events as defined in the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous 
Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR).
As detailed in HSG245: ‘Investigating accidents and incidents’
ACTIVITY
Think about the impact an injury and time off work would have on you, your colleagues, your work activities 
and family. Note down what could be affected by your incapacity.