If you would like some pointers towards your first aid risk assessment complete the form below.
The following is guidance based on the revised Approved Code of Practice which came into effect on 14th March 1997. Claytons are committed to providing advice and guidance based on the new Code but cannot be held responsible for or guarantee Client compliance with the code as a result of using this assessment form.
The MINIMUM First Aid provision for EVERY work place is:
1. A suitably stocked First Aid kit
2. An Appointed Person who has been trained to take charge of first aid arrangements
3. A sign identifying First Aid information for employees
4. Answer the questions below to help you assess what additional provision you need to make
First Aiders v Appointed Persons?
Where the risk assessment deems a First Aider unnecessary, you must appoint a person to look after the first aid equipment and to call the emergency services. Employers are strongly advised to send this person on an Appointed Person course. The Regulations state that an Appointed Person can provide emergency cover for an absent First Aider only in unforeseen circumstances. Absences such as annual leave do not count. If the assessment calls for First Aiders they must be available at all times. Here is our guide, which includes cover for absences, annual leave, etc. All certificates of competence are valid for three years. Any members of the general public routinely in the workplace should be included in the employee number below.
Lower Risk Shops, Offices, Libraries
< 50 people 2 Appointed Persons
50-100 people 2 First Aiders
> 100 people 2 First Aiders per 100
Medium Risk Engineering, Assembly, Food
<20 people 2 Appointed Persons
20-100 people 2 First Aiders per 50
>100 people 2 First Aiders per 100
Higher Risk Construction, Abattoir, Chemicals
< 5 people 2 Appointed Persons
5-50 people 2 First Aiders
> 50 people 2 First Aiders per 50
