OSHA Compliance
OSHA Compliance
With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.
OSHA requires employers to provide first aid and medical assistance to their employees in case of workplace injuries or illnesses. The OSHA First Aid Standard (29 CFR 1910.151) requires employers to ensure that an adequate number of trained first aid responders are available in the workplace and that necessary supplies and equipment are easily accessible.
Here are some key OSHA requirements related to first aid:
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First Aid Kits: Employers must provide adequately stocked first aid kits in accessible locations throughout the workplace.
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First Aid Training: Employers must train designated employees to provide first aid treatment in case of an emergency. The training should cover topics such as basic first aid techniques, CPR, and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
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Emergency Response Plan: Employers must have a written emergency response plan that outlines the procedures for reporting injuries or illnesses, providing first aid, and accessing emergency medical services if needed.
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Record Keeping: Employers must maintain records of all work-related injuries and illnesses and report them to OSHA if they meet certain criteria.
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Compliance: Employers must comply with OSHA standards and ensure that their employees have access to adequate first aid resources.
It's important for employers to understand and comply with OSHA's first aid requirements to ensure the safety and well-being of their employees.
Our First Aid and CPR training meets OSHA's requirements. Check out our class schedule to get started!
Read more about OSHA here.