Understanding the Legal Requirements for Workplace First Aid

Workplace first aid arrangements should reflect the work your organisation does, the hazards present and the people who may need help. Employers should assess their first aid needs and make suitable arrangements for equipment, facilities and trained people.

What should an employer consider?

• The type of work and the hazards involved.
• The number of employees and how work is organised.
• Whether people work alone, remotely, on multiple floors or across sites.
• Shift patterns, holidays and access to trained first aiders.
• Visitors, contractors and members of the public who may be on site.

Make the arrangements usable

Keep first aid kits accessible, display clear information and make sure staff know how to contact a first aider. Review arrangements when your workplace, staffing or risks change. The HSE first aid guidance is a useful reference point.

Choose the right course

Our workplace first aid training options include Emergency First Aid at Work, First Aid at Work and refresher training. Request a group booking quote to discuss your needs.