First Aid Legislation and Guidelines

Flashcards covering the key terms and definitions related to first aid legislation and guidelines as discussed in the lecture notes.

First Aid

The assessment and interventions performed by a first aider during an emergency with minimal equipment until medical personnel arrive.

First Aider

A person who has successfully completed a first-aid course and has been awarded a certificate of proficiency in first-aid.

First Aid Requirement

The requirements for first aid facilities, services, and personnel at a workplace.

First Aid Facilities

Includes first-aid box, first-aid room, and first-aid equipment required for initial treatment of injury or illness.

Universal Precautions

A principle applied during first-aid to protect first-aiders from bloodborne pathogens.

Maintenance of Treatment Record

A record kept by the employer regarding the immediate treatment of casualties for a period of five years.

Chemical Safety Data Sheet (CSDS)

Documentation that provides information about handling hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

DOSH

Department of Occupational Safety and Health, which recognizes institutions for first-aid training.

First Aid Room

A designated area in a workplace where first-aid treatment can be provided, required in workplaces with more than 150 employees.

First Aid Box

A portable container that holds the materials required for providing first aid.