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First-aid policy

This policy sets out an organisation’s arrangements for providing first aid in the workplace, including the appointment of first‑aiders, provision of equipment and procedures to follow in the event of an injury or medical emergency. It helps employers meet health and safety obligations and ensure employees can access prompt first aid support.

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By David Pratt, RSK Environment, Health and Safety Ltd Director

Use this model policy to set out your organisation’s rules on the provision of first aid.

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David Pratt

David Pratt is a director of RSK Environment, Health and Safety Ltd and a practising health and safety consultant. He is a chartered civil engineer and has a broad and practical background in the construction industry, from which he successfully built his own company, specialising in safety, health and environmental consultancy, risk/project management and training.

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