Introduction
Providing immediate and effective first aid to workers or others who have been injured or become ill at the workplace may reduce the severity of the injury or illness and promote recovery. In some cases it could mean the difference between life and death.
1.1 The meaning of key terms
First aid is the immediate treatment or care given to a person suffering from an injury or illness until more advanced care is provided or the person recovers. First aider is a person who has successfully completed a nationally accredited training course or an equivalent level of training that has given them the competencies required to administer first aid. First aid equipment includes first aid kits and other equipment used to treat injuries and illnesses. First aid facilities include first aid rooms, health centres, clean water supplies and other facilities needed for administering first aid. High risk workplace means a workplace where workers are exposed to hazards that could result in serious injury or illness and would require first aid.
Examples of workplaces that may be considered high risk are ones in which workers: use hazardous machinery (for example, mobile plant, chainsaws, power presses and lathes) use hazardous substances (for example, chemical manufacture, laboratories, horticulture, petrol stations and food manufacturing) are at risk of falls that could result in serious injury (for example, construction and stevedoring) carry out hazardous forms of work (for example, working in confined spaces, welding, demolition, electrical work and abrasive blasting) are exposed to the risk of physical violence (for example, working alone at night, cash handling or having customers who are frequently physically aggressive) work in or around extreme heat or cold (for example, foundries and prolonged outdoor work in extreme temperatures).
Low risk workplace means a workplace where workers are not exposed to hazards that could result in serious injury or illness such as offices, shops or libraries.
Potential work-related injuries and illnesses requiring first aid would be minor in nature. Because of Recent changes to the First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice It is very important that all our team members are completely up to date with Work place first aid. We now have a wide range of different nationalities working within the company, so we may need to employee a language interpreter. We have quite a few new machines within the establishment so it is highly recommended that we organize the training as soon as possible.
The law requires employers to provide, so far as is reasonably practicable, a safe working environment and adequate facilities for the welfare of their employees. Section 21(2)(d) requires that, in meeting their duty under section 21(1), an employer must provide, so far as is reasonably practicable, adequate facilities for the welfare of employees at any workplace under the employer’s management and control.
This needs to include having appropriate first aid measures in place, including first aid kits and suitably trained first aid officers.
Employers owe the same duty to any independent contractors and their employees who are working at the workplace.
Main Report
Creating a safe work environment is critical to the success of the business and to keep our employees up to date to meet legislative requirements set by the government with first aid is one of the best way to keep safe practices. As a business we have responsibilities regarding First aid training in our workplace Because of Recent changes to the First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice It is very important that all our team members are completely up to date with Work place first aid. We have quite a few new machines within the establishment so it is highly recommended that we organize the training as soon as possible.
Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID002)
(previously known as Workplace Level 1 or Emergency First Aid) This St John Ambulance first aid course will provide you with the skills to manage emergency first aid situations, including managing the unconscious casualty, performing CPR, controlling bleeding and managing other life threatening situations. It is suitable to both people in workplaces and members of the public who want to be able to manage an emergency first aid situation. Provide First Aid (HLTAID003)
(also known as Senior First Aid, Workplace Level 2 or Apply First Aid) The flagship St John Ambulance first aid course covers a broad range of topics to enable participants to confidently manage emergency situations, providing care for the ill or injured until medical aid arrives. It is suitable to both people in workplaces and members of the public who want training in first aid.Most workplaces require a specific number of people to successfully complete this qualification. The Provide First Aid qualification remains current for three years.
Conclusion
In conclusion I would stress to you that under legislative code of practice act we are to provide Training and knowledge in first aid to all employees. I there for ask the company to please advise me as to the action to take to comply with the legislative code of practice..
Recommendation
Choosing to participate in workplace first aid and CPR can be an excellent team-building exercise and can make the employees feel more connected with your fellow co-workers. Understanding how to respond when an emergency breaks out in the workplace can be integral in many ways, and you can utilize the skills you’ll gain in other environments if you need to. First aid and CPR training is mandatory for employees in the workplace and the courses offered by various originations are compliant with legislation.
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