Confused about First Aid in the workplace? This quick read will help…

First Aid in the workplace

Employers are required by OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.151 to have a person or persons adequately trained to render first aid for worksites that are not in near proximity to an infirmary, clinic, or hospital.

It is advised that the first-aid program for a particular workplace be designed to reflect the known and anticipated risks of the specific work environment. Consultation with local emergency medical experts and providers of first-aid training is encouraged when developing a first-aid program. The program must comply with all applicable OSHA standards and regulations.

 

First-aid supplies must be available in adequate quantities and be readily accessible. Click here for First Aid Kit requirements.

First-aid training courses should include instruction in general and workplace hazard-specific knowledge and skills.

CPR training – OSHA requires certain employers to have CPR-trained rescuers on site. Sudden cardiac arrest is a potential risk at all worksites, regardless of the type of work. Serious consideration should be given to establishing a workplace AED program and should incorporate AED training if an AED is available at the worksite. First-aid training should be repeated periodically to maintain and update knowledge and skills. Management commitment and worker involvement is vital in developing, implementing and assessing a workplace first-aid program.

Click on the link below for the full OSHA publication

https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3317first-aid.pdf

 

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