St John SA Local Government First Aid Education & Compliance Guide 2023/24

First Aid Training Overview St John SA offers a comprehensive range of on-site first aid services to meet all your needs. We provide industry-leading services in first aid compliance, restocking, and event support, as well as assistance with WHS regulations. Our team of experts is here to guide you through these requirements. We are committed to providing exceptional service and ensuring that you and your team are well-equipped for any first aid situation. On-Site Services

11 SOLUTIONS Common Workplace Questions

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How do I assess first aid risks in my workplace?

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What about first aid procedures and drills? Do I need to have a defibrillator? How often do I need to do a risk assessment?

• How many accredited first aiders do I need? • What first aid training do I need to do? • Which resources and equipment do I need?

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Customised Information Sessions Get answers to your questions and more through our custom information sessions or Workplace First Aid Assessment. Learn about topics tailored to your council’s specific circumstances, including common medical conditions like diabetes, asthma, or anaphylaxis. We also offer on-site visits to provide non-accredited community first aid education sessions, such as CPR or AED demonstrations, and for remote areas, we provide free resources such as first aid fact sheets for distribution. Restocking Services St John SA offers three convenient options for restocking first aid supplies: on site restocking, self-managed restocking with a provided contents list, and online restocking through our website. Our on-site restocking service includes inventory checks and an audit date label to meet WHS regulations.

Emerging Issues

Is your workplace first aid ready?

Safe Work Australia’s First Aid in the Workplace Code of Practice emphasises the importance of easy access to first aid equipment and sufficient training for personnel. 6 Shockingly, only 13% of employers meet these requirements, while just 31% of Australians feel confident in responding to a workplace first aid emergency. 7 Don’t leave it to chance. St John SA offers FREE workplace first aid assessments, restocking services, expert advice, and engaging drills. With our support, your workplace can achieve full first aid readiness and ensure the safety of your team.

6 safework.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/136264/First-aid-in-the workplace.pdf

7 s tjohnwa.com.au/news/setting-the-standard-for-workplace-first-aid

FREE Workplace First Aid Assessments

First Aid Drills Regular first aid drills keep you and your team response-ready in between first aid courses. A St John trainer can visit your council and run first aid scenarios with your staff and volunteers. Our first aid drills are fully customisable and can be scheduled throughout the year. Health and Medical Services - Events From concerts and festivals to Christmas pageants and local fairs, our Health and Medical Services team is available to book for your events, to provide your staff and visitors health and wellbeing support.

Our St John First Aid Advisors will visit your council and assess the first aid risk for each workplace, establish the minimum requirements in terms of number of first aiders and the qualifications needed. Our team will also check the minimum number of first aid kits and additional modules and where they should be located.

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For remote areas we also offer over the phone support for these services (Call 1300 78 5646). We will provide you with an obligation-free comprehensive report.

WORKPLACE ASSESSMENT FREE WORKPLACE FIRST AID ASSESSMENT