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
When you sent staff on an HSE-approved first aid course, the trainer told them that they may require additional training to take on the role of a first aider. Is this necessary, or is the trainer
simply looking for extra income?
Published 15.01.2010
The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 (as amended) come into force on 1 October. How is this going to affect first aid training?
Published 30.09.2013
The HSE has identified what the future of first aid training will look like when its role in authorising trainers and courses ends. What’s to know?
Published 23.11.2012
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
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The HSE has published draft guidance documents that reflect proposed changes to the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. What’s to know?
Published 15.03.2013
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
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
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