2026-06-01 15:36 UTC
The proposals to revise RIDDOR’s list of occupational diseases omit any reference to COVID‑19, airborne infectious diseases, or Long COVID. This is a significant gap. SARS‑CoV‑2 remains an occupational hazard in healthcare, social care, education, and public‑facing roles.
Source link to official source document:
🔗 https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/hse/proposals-riddor-2013/
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@JoePajak@mstdn.science 2026-06-01 15:40
Long COVID continues to affect workforce capacity, sickness absence, and long‑term health. If RIDDOR is to remain fit for purpose, airborne infectious diseases must be explicitly included as reportable occupational diseases, with clear guidance on exposure, transmission routes, and diagnostic criteria. Excluding them risks under‑reporting, weakens surveillance, and leaves workers unprotected. https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/hse/proposals-riddor-2013/