Federal OSHA has published a new guide to help employers develop and implement an effective first-aid program. The “Best Practices Guide: Fundamentals of a Workplace First-Aid Program” lists the primary components of a workplace first-aid program at the workplace, including: identifying and assessing workplace risks, designing a program specific to the worksite and complying with OSHA first-aid requirements, instructing all workers about the program and having written policies and program materials, and evaluating and modifying the program to keep it current—including regular assessment of the first-aid training course. The guide, available free on the OSHA website, also focuses on best practices for planning and conducting safe and effective first-aid training.
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Additional Resources:
“Health and Safety: A Review of First-Aid Basics to Keep Your Workers Well and Your Company Fine-Free,” in the May 2004 issue of the California Employer Advisor