First Aid Safety Topic

This section addresses general first aid information including OSHA regulations and program information in the workplace.

Overview

First aid refers to any treatment or caring for minor injuries, such as cuts, abrasions, minor burns, sprains, etc. as well as emergency CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).

A well-stocked first-aid kit must be kept and accessible to all employees. As an employer, one should make a priority to have employee(s) properly trained in administering basic first aid – this to include CPR certification. It is important to note that OSHA does not require injuries that only require first aid to be recorded on OSHA injury and…