First aid supplies in the workplace are one of those items that you never really think about until you need it. As a matter of fact, OHSA has reported that as many of 32% of eligible businesses and companies in the U.S. don’t have an up to date first aid kit onsite. When stocking your workplace first aid supplies, it’s a good idea to follow the recommendations by OSHA. (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) http://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3317first-aid.pdf OHSA recommends employer’s either give or assign a specific person in the organization the responsibility for choosing the types and amounts of first-aid supplies and for maintaining these supplies. The supplies must be adequate, should reflect the kinds of injuries that occur, and must be stored in an area where they are readily available for emergency access. In addition to the standard ...
