First Aid Needs Assessment and First Aid Policy

A written first-aid needs assessment that helps you decide how many first-aiders or appointed persons, what training, which kits and what facilities you need – followed by a first aid policy and the records that support it (first-aider register, kit checks and treatment log).

• When setting up first-aid arrangements for a new business or premises
• When staff numbers, hazards, shifts or locations change
• At least annually, and when a first-aider leaves or their certificate is due to expire

• Answer every question in Part 1 and note the implications for your provision
• Record what you decide in the Part 1 outcome table
• Complete the policy in Part 2 with names, locations and arrangements
• Display first-aider names and kit locations, and tell all staff