St John Construction Industry First Aid Education & Compliance Guide 2024

SOLUTIONS 7 First Aid Kits • First aid kits suitable for all office and outdoor environments • Various sizes and applications, including wall mounts • Durable design including soft and hard cases • Fully customised options available • Waterproof kits

First Aid Products

Overview

In tandem with first aid training, it is essential to ensure the availability of appropriate first aid products for workers, contractors, subcontractors and visitors in the construction and trades sector. Meeting Safe Work Australia’s First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice is crucial for adhering to minimum requirements. The required type of first aid kits and modules depends on whether staff work outdoors or in regional or remote areas. This dictates the necessary provisions on work sites or in vehicles.

Emerging issues

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First aid signage

All first aid kit items can be purchased separately Various items also available in bulk Sunscreen lotion, itch relief and antiseptic lotion

The increasing availability of defibrillators throughout Australia is a valuable resource for individuals who experience sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital setting. In Australia, around 25,000 people experience this condition each year, with as few as 5% surviving to be discharged from hospital. 3 In South Australia alone, only 1 in 10 people affected by cardiac arrest survive. 4 The chances of survival drop by 10% per minute without access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), which is why having an AED available is crucial. 5

• Personal protective equipment such as face masks, hand sanitiser and surface wipes

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Automated External Defibrillators • Semi and fully automated options available • Adult and child suitable models • Safe and easy to use with audible prompts

3 Heart Foundation 2022, What is a cardiac arrest? 4 SA Ambulance Service 2022, Restart a Heart, 27 September 2022 5 Restart a Heart 2022, Restart a Heart Schools Presentation 2022

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Specific Modules Complement your standard first aid kits with modules suited to the individual workplace:

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Must-haves: Standard workplace kits • Office • Work site • Workshops • Trade vehicles • Fleet vehicles

Recommended: Additional kits/modules • Private vehicles for work purposes • Other high risk areas (identified through a Workplace First Aid Assessment)

Burns Module: activities that may cause burns, e.g. cooking facilities, workshops, heat or chemical burns

Snake Bite Module: important for those working outdoors or in remote areas

Minimum number of first aid kits required, by Workplace Risk Rating: • Low risk: 1 per 50 people • High risk: 1 per 25 people • Remote: 1 per 10 people

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Major Bleeding Module : for significant trauma incidents

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Every worker must have access to first aid equipment at all times.

To access your discount, please email supplies@stjohnsa.com.au to purchase