First Aid Policy Template

Did you know these facts about First Aid?

• First aid is the immediate assistance given to a person in case of an emergency arising from a minor or major illness or in the form of an injury, and it is meant to preserve life.
• A first aid policy is an official document that clearly defines the responsibilities of first aid officers and employees in a company in case of an emergency in the workplace.
• First aid policy is about how you train and prepare your employees to deal with a health emergency.

First Aid Policy overview

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 the 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.

Target audience

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.

Topics covered

The following topics are covered in this first-aid policy:

• Be aware and act with responsibility
• Responsibilities of the First Aid Officers
• Responsibilities of the managers or supervisors

Duration

This first aid policy will take approximately five minutes to complete.

Learning outcomes

The following learning outcomes will be achieved upon completion of this first aid policy:

• Understand the standard protocol for dealing with an emergency at the workplace.
• Recognise the resources available at the workplace to deal with an emergency.
• Understand that everyone has a responsibility to contribute to a safe workplace.
• Recognise personal responsibility to comply with this first aid policy.
• Know how to report incidents that require first aid.
• Acknowledge that the first aid policy does not cover every possible event or action and that caution and common sense are required.

Business outcomes

Once all employees, contractors and volunteers have completed your first aid policy, the following business outcomes will be achieved for your organisation:

• Efficiently handle the incidents of a health emergency at your workplace.
• Mitigate the risk of legal liability associated with non-compliance to first aid standards.
• Protect your reputation from the damage caused by incidents of poorly handled employee health emergencies in the workplace.
• Present a vision for first aid standards in your workplace.
• Increase engagement by supporting a workplace culture that promotes employee health and safety.