Under the first aid at work legislation, employers are legally required to arrange for their employees to receive immediate attention if they have become ill or get injured at work.
It is the responsibility of the employer to determine exactly what first aid provisions are required based on their specific workplace environment and the sorts of work undertaken there. The minimum provisions that the HSE requires to be in place are an ‘appointed person’ to take charge of first aid arrangements suitably stocked first aid kit and information so employees know what the arrangements are in case of an incident.
A first aid needs assessment will focus on the specific conditions of your working environment, your workforce and any hazards and risks that may be present. This should be reviewed on a regular basis, as needs may change due to a variety of factors.
For more information, read our blog to find out how the first aid regulations may affect the employer responsibilities.