First Aid
Date Posted: 09/13/2016
The priorities of first aid are to; save life, prevent casualty’s condition from getting worse and to seek medical help as soon as possible. If you know basic first aid, you could save a life. As an employee, you are not required to provide first aid if you are not comfortable.
Before First Aid is Required
Each employer must have available at all worksites, where a crew is present, a person or persons holding a valid first-aid certificate
All crew leaders, supervisors or persons in direct charge of one or more employees must have a valid first-aid certificate
Ensure that the first aid kit is stocked and suitable for the types of injuries that occur in construction
Know where the first aid kit is kept
Know who the first aid responder and appointed persons are at the job
In the event of an injury due a hazardous chemical, know what the SDS indicates for treatment measures
Know and understand the procedure for calling the emergency services
Know the address of where you are working
When First Aid is Required
Remove the worker from the hazard, if safe to do so
Call for help 911. Don’t assume someone else already called
If necessary, send someone to phone for an ambulance
Do not move the worker unless they are in immediate danger
Remain with the worker and give reassurance
Make the worker as comfortable as possible
Do not allow worker to smoke
Other Considerations
If you take something out of the First Aid Kit, let someone know or replace it
REMEMBER IF YOU KNOW FIRST-AID YOU COULD SAVE A LIFE.
Presenter tips
Pre-read the Toolbox Talk. Your comfort level and confidence will be higher if you know your topic.
Discuss related tasks, work areas or events that make the Toolbox Talk relevant to your job site.
Involve the workers by asking questions and input that drives discussion.
Questions for Discussion
What should you do until emergency responders arrive?
What should you know before an emergency arises?
