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First Aid
The following information is provided to assist you in establishing an in-house medical management and treatment program and should be reviewed by a qualified physician prior implementing at your facility.
For the most current CPR procedures and techniques, contact the American Heart Association www.americanheart.org

OSHA Standard - Medical services and first aid. - 1910.151

1910.151(a) The employer shall ensure the ready availability of medical personnel for advice and consultation on matters of plant health.
 
1910.151(b)
In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons shall be adequately trained to render first aid. Adequate first aid supplies shall be readily available.
 
1910.151(c)
Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within the work area for immediate emergency use.

Training Material

Safety Talk - Understanding First Aid - English

Basic First Aid Training Program Guideline

National First Aid Training Guidelines
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This material is provided as a course development guideline containing the essential elements of what can be considered safe, helpful and effective first aid training in occupational settings. Intended for use by first aid program developers, institutions teaching first aid courses, regulatory agency personnel who review and/or approve first aid courses and the consumers of these courses