An accident is an event that is unplanned, unintended and unexpected, or an unforeseen or unintended exposure to risk. This may either be a risk that has not been identified or a risk that has been identified but not adequately controlled.
As well as accident reporting procedures, all businesses should have plans in place for responding to emergencies and crises and keeping people safe. They should also have effective business continuity plans in place to help get the business back up and running afterwards.
