No matter the industry, the health and safety of employees is a top priority for organizational leaders, executives, and human resources alike. Workplace health and safety leads to improved productivity and retention rates of existing employees as well. By taking the time to train your staff in proper safety and first aid in the workplace, employees will be able to respond quickly and appropriately to a workplace injury or medical emergency.
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What is First Aid in the Workplace?
First aid in the workplace refers to the immediate temporary assistance an injured person needs until professional medical care can be provided. First aid is not medical care but can be essential to providing immediate help in an emergency.
“The OSHA First Aid standard (29 CFR 1910.151) requires trained first-aid providers at all workplaces of any size if there is no “infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees.” Depending on the industry, work environment, and potential hazards your workplace may have additional first aid training requirements.
Benefits of First Aid in the Workplace
Reduce Workplace Accidents
Through proper training of first aid protocol, employees learn to become more conscious of workplace safety which reduces injuries and accidents.
Faster Response Time
In the event of an emergency, employees are better equipped to provide first aid to injured workers. When medical personnel are not present, employee response can save lives. With proper first aid training, employees will understand the steps to take and have confidence in doing so.
Reduce Recovery Time
In addition to fast response time, rapid reaction to workplace injury before emergency medical personnel arrive can reduce the injured employee’s recovery time as well. This allows injured employees to return to work quicker with less impact on the organization.
Proper Use of First Aid Kits
With first aid training, employees will know exactly what is inside of each first aid kit as well as how to effectively use it in an emergency. Employees should know the location and its contents so that they can save time and reduce the impact of the workplace injury. Think of first aid training as making each employee an unofficial health and safety manager.
Keep Employees Safe Outside of Work
Not only does first aid in the workplace keep employees safe at work, but the skills they learn will be able to transfer to outside the workplace as well. In the event of an emergency, they will be able to treat themselves, their family, friends, and even strangers effectively.
Improve Workplace Morale
Employee health and safety shows the staff of the organization that the employer cares about their wellbeing. First aid training can be used as a team-building exercise and lead to improved organizational morale. Happier employees build stronger relationships and create a more positive work environment.
Interested in First Aid Training for Your Organization?
Providing first aid in the workplace prepares your staff to handle emergencies safely and effectively. At OnSite Health, we provide CPR, AED, and first aid training for all organizations. Participants in OnSite’s Adult/Child CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Course program will receive education and hands-on practice from a certified instructor, understand the protocol as outlined by the American Heart Association, and become CPR, AED, and First Aid certified following the course. The cost for all à la carte services can be nullified or greatly minimized by staffing an OnSite Health nurse. Click here to see a real-world example. To learn more about our first aid training or to implement on-site nursing at your organization, contact our team today.
