by HSEI Training
As the supply chains around the world continue to be impacted by the pandemic and other events, it is important to check that your business has its first aid kits fully stocked at all times.
Organizations are required under health and safety laws to ensure that first aid kits are immediately accessible to all workers, including those in isolated, mobile or remote locations.
On or near the first aid kits, you must provide the following information:
the names and contact numbers of first aiders
details of the nearest medical or emergency service provider
instructions for emergency treatment of injuries, expired air resuscitation and CPR, and
instructions on dealing with injuries that may be specific to a workplace, e.g. chemical burns
Depending on your jurisdiction, a standard first aid kit should include a range of materials, including:
adhesive strips
antiseptic solution and gauze
wound dressings
crepe or conforming bandage
hypoallergenic adhesive tape
triangular bandages
safety pins, tweezers and scissors
a dish to hold dressings and instruments
a small dressings bowl to hold liquids
disposable gloves and face masks, including resuscitation masks to administer CPR
plastic bags for waste disposal
a reusable ice pack
saline
eye pads, and
a notepad and pen
Some of these items will need to be checked for expiry. And don’t forget, while you have your first aid kit nicely stocked, ensure that the training of your nominated first aiders is up to date.
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