You’re in the process of reviewing your first aid arrangements. As the number of staff you have on site fluctuates, you’re not sure how to apply the suggested ratio of first aiders to employees. How
should you approach this?
Published 27.02.2015
The HSE updated its online first aid guidance in 2018. How might this affect the contents of your first aid policy? Use our template to bring your own written arrangements up to date.
Published 17.05.2019
In October 2013 amendments were made to the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 and guidance. How should these, and the latest insurance advice, affect the contents of your first aid at
work policy?
Published 08.07.2014
Employers are permitted to have an appointed person rather than a trained first aider in some circumstances. When does this apply, what does the role involve and is any training required?
Published 16.04.2018
When carrying out first aid treatment, there’s the new risk of coronavirus to take into account. Use our new template document to bring your own policy into line with the expected precautions.
Published 02.07.2020
Because every workplace is different, it’s impossible for the HSE to specify your first aid requirements in detail. Instead, you’re advised to carry out an assessment of first aid needs. Why not use
our form?
Published 14.02.2022
Under health and safety legislation, employers are required to assess their first aid needs and implement the findings. Why not use our document to prepare for a medical emergency?
Published 11.06.2018
The HSE has revamped its web-based first aid information, bringing together the latest developments on the subject. It covers the arrangements you should have for delivering first aid as well as how
to manage training needs at this time.
Published 14.10.2020
Finally, the HSE has authorised the changes to its approved first aid training courses. To reflect the new system, we’ve updated our free sample first aid policy statement. What’s new?
Published 07.10.2009
Written information for events health and safety has changed over the years with less guidance from the HSE and more from other sources. Where does this leave you when deciding on first aid cover?
Published 21.06.2017