First Aid Policy
This first aid policy template outlines your commitment to providing a consistent and effective workplace first aid response in the case of foreseeable injuries, illnesses, and events.
This first aid policy covers what first aid is and provides guidelines for dealing with emergencies at work. It deals with the resources being provided for first aid and responsibilities of first-aid officers and managers in case of emergency.
This first aid policy template can be adapted to meet the specific needs of your organisation. You can change as little or as much of the content as you like. Some sections may be governed by state and federal legislation. It is important that you seek your own HR or legal advice, maintain this policy as legislation changes and adjust it to meet your requirements.
This first aid workplace policy template is suitable for all your employees, contractors, and volunteers. Once you have adjusted the first aid policy template to meet the specific requirements of your organisation you can deliver it to new starters at induction and as refresher training on a regular basis.
The following topics are covered in this first aid policy:
This first aid policy will take approximately five minutes to complete.
The following learning outcomes will be achieved on completion of this first aid policy:
Once all employees, contractors and volunteers have completed your first aid policy, the following business outcomes will be achieved for your organisation:
This first aid policy can be uploaded and assigned to your staff via the Safeguard by Sentrient online workplace compliance system or Staffwise by Sentrient human resource management platform. It is best to accompany your first aid policy with workplace safety training, such as the Sentrient online workplace compliance courses on work health and safety and infection prevention and control.
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