UK Statutory Instrument SI 1981 United Kingdom

Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981

These Regulations provide that an employer shall make first-aid arrangements for his employees or shall ensure that these are made and that he shall inform his employees of such arrangements. The Regulations further provide that a self-employed person shall provide first-aid equipment for himself or shall ensure that it is …

Enforced by
HSE
Status
In Force
Penalty ceiling
Regulated

Does it bind you?

Business-side roles with duties under this instrument.

Employer2 Self-Employed Person1

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What it requires

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Help complying

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Provide first aid at work

How to meet your legal duties under the Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981. Covers needs assessment, first aider training, equipment requirements, …

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