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First aid in the workplace

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Version:  2021.  (Current)
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Publication date
15 February 2021
Pages
33
Current status
Current
Description

This code is intended to be read by a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU). It provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to effectively provide first aid in the workplace. It includes information on first aid kits, procedures, facilities and training for first aiders.

This code may be a useful reference for other persons interested in the duties under the WHS Act and WHS Regulation.

This Code applies to all types of work and all workplaces covered by the WHS Act.

Scope

Contents:

1: Introduction
2: How To Determine First Aid Requirements For Your Workplace
3: First Aid Equipment, Facilities And Training
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: First Aid And The Risk Management Process
Appendix C: Summary Of Recommended First Aid Requirements
Appendix D: Example Of First Aid Assessment
Appendix E: Example Of Contents For First Aid Kits
Appendix F: Standard Precautions For Infection Control

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Attribution
Queensland Government
Licence
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence
QLD
Sector
Residential
Commercial
Civil
Industrial
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