First aid can save lives and prevent minor injuries becoming major ones. First-aid provision in the workplace covers the arrangements that need to be made to manage injuries or illnesses suffered at work which will include employees, students, contractors, service providers and members of the public.
The role of a First Aider in the workplace
- Ensure first aid box(s) are adequately stocked, readily accessible and reviewed each semester or following an incident to ensure an appropriate level of stock.
- Liaise with management to ensure first aid signage in their area is correct and appropriate.
- Provide first aid assistance in accordance with their training when and wherever required across the University.
- Required reporting is completed as per procedure e.g., accident.
- Call the emergency services and security officers/Estates Patrol when required.
- Notify HSW department of any significant changes which may affect a first aider’s availability to provide first aid cover.
- Collaborative working with other HSW champions across UU
- Attend annual HSW champion meetings and relevant training.
- First Aid Certification is to be retrained by the employee
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