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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”20px” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]First aid is the immediate treatment or care given to a person suffering from an injury or illness until more advanced care is provided or the person recovers. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Purpose and scope” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The aim of first aid is to preserve life, prevent harm and promote recovery. PEER Construction is committed to providing access to high quality first aid.<\/p>\n
First aid requirements are determined by Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA).<\/p>\n
The purpose of this policy is to:<\/p>\n
The policy applies to all employees, contractors, clients or visitors to PEER Construction sites for:<\/p>\n
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Any person on PEER Construction premises (employees, contractors, apprentices, subcontractors, visitors) will have reasonable access to first aid assistance should an injury or illness occur. First aid assistance will be provided by trained first aiders, where possible.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”H2 intro to accordion ” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The process has the following components.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion admin_label=”Accordion white background” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Policy implementation” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n PEER Construction ensures effective implementation of first aid through:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Consultation” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Employees must be consulted when making decisions about the facilities needed, including those for administering first aid. Consultation should include:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Risk management” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n PEER Construction will regularly assess, identify, and manage first aid risks. Employees will be educated in first aid awareness.<\/p>\n Appropriately qualified employees will be appointed as trained first aid personnel.<\/p>\n Mechanisms are in place for monitoring compliance with first aid policies.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Designated first aid officer” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Trained first aid officers include a:<\/p>\n A person with one or more of the above qualifications is appointed by the organisation to be the designated first aid officer.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”First aid facilities” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n PEER Construction provides first aid facilities that are adequate for the immediate treatment of injuries and illnesses that may arise at the workplace. A first aid station sign will be placed outside the facility.<\/p>\n First aid kits<\/strong><\/p>\n First aid kits should be kept in prominent and accessible locations at PEER Construction worksites. First aid kit signs must be located near the first aid kit. First aid kits should be kept in all PEER Construction vehicles for workers travelling to sites.<\/p>\n First aid information<\/strong><\/p>\n Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Personal protection” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n First aiders are to assume that all blood and other body fluids are infectious. They should be aware of standard precautions for managing blood and other body fluids, including wearing gloves when administering first aid.<\/p>\n Cross infection is managed while providing first aid by wearing gloves and washing hands with soap and water:<\/p>\n When soap and water are not available, first aiders will use an alcohol-based hand wash or equivalent.<\/p>\n PEER Construction provides personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect first aiders and ill or injured persons from risks of exposure to harm from sharp objects and blood or other body fluids.<\/p>\n PPE complies with relevant Australian standards and includes:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”First aid records” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n An Incident report form is to be completed by the trained first aid officer and\/or person providing first aid and must include:<\/p>\n The original copy of the Incident report form is to be retained securely at PEER Construction office. If a person is transferred to a medical facility, they must take a copy of the Incident report form with them. All persons receiving and providing first aid have access to relevant Incident report forms arising from a first aid incident.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”H2 intro to accordion ” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The guidelines for responding to emergencies are below. 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