According to Safe Work Australia, a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) has a legal duty to provide adequate first aid in the workplace. These responsibilities include:
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- Supplying appropriate first aid equipment
- Ensuring this equipment is easily accessible to all staff
- Providing suitable facilities for the administration of first aid
- Despite these requirements, 87% of Australian businesses remain unprepared when it comes to first aid.
- Failure to comply with these obligations can result in significant penalties—up to $6,000 for individuals or $30,000 for a body corporate.
- Employers must also ensure that a sufficient number of workers are trained in first aid, or that staff have timely access to trained first aiders.
- Additionally, risk assessments must be conducted to help minimise incidents that require first aid intervention.
- For more information, refer to the consolidated Model Work Health and Safety Regulations available from Safe Work Australia.
First Aid Signs
First aid signs are installed in accordance with AS 1319, the Australian standard for safety signage in occupational environments. Clear and compliant signage is crucial during emergencies—it ensures staff can quickly locate essential first aid supplies when every second counts.
As part of our first aid services, we provide high-quality, compliant signage alongside our first aid kits to help your business meet national safety standards.
Ensure your workplace is fully compliant and prepared. Contact us today for a free quote on our first aid services. 1300 710 873
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