First Aid is the provision of prompt attention to injuries normally minor in nature
Requirements
- Every employer is required by Dubai occupational health and safety regulations to protect the health and safety of employees in the workplace
- First aid deals promptly with minor injuries like cuts, scratches, bruises and burns
- Trained first-aid personnel should be available and their names exhibited at the location
- Appropriate procedures should be in place for transportation of the injured party to local medical facilities in the case of a medical emergency
- Contact details of the Emergency Control Centre should be displayed in designated areas
First Aid Boxes
- First Aid boxes should be provided in every workplace and should be readily accessible during working hours
- At least 1 First Aid box should be provided per 150 employees and one additional complete set for up to 250 employees
- Minimum contents of the First Aid box should include prescribed contents as specified in Table (1) of Dubai Municipality Guidelines for First Aid Requirement, DM-PH&SD-P4-TG 17
Regular Checks and Inspections
- Monthly checks should be performed to ensure First Aid boxes remain fully stocked and items should be replenished as required
Further Information
- Please consult DM-PH- & SD -P4-TG 17 (Guidelines for First-Aid Requirement) for further information
