PADI RTO First Aid Student Manual

• Shower facilities can consist of: • An appropriate deluge facility • A permanently rigged hand-held shower hose • A portable plastic or rubber shower hose that is designed to be easily attached to a tap spout—for small, relatively low risk workplaces where a fixed deluge facility would not be reasonably practicable but the risk of serious burns is still foresee- able (for example, a fish and chip shop). Portable, self-contained eye wash or shower units have their own flushing fluid which needs to be refilled or replaced after use. Further guidance is available in AS 4775 - Emergency eyewash and shower equipment. Conduct regular inspections of stock and equipment to ensure currency and operational readiness in line with workplace requirements The first aid room and/or kit must be stocked with medical supplies appropriate for treating injuries likely to be caused to people working at the particular workplace. The minimum equipment requirements for a first aid room are: • Sink and wash basin with hot and cold water supply; • Work bench or dressing trolley; • Cupboard for storage of medications, dressings, utensils and linen; • Steriliser; • A container with disposable lining for solid waste; • A container for the safe disposal of sharps; • Electric power points and means of boiling water; • Couch with blankets and pillows, positioned to permit all-round access to the casu- alty; • Armchair; • Two upright chairs; • Moveable screen; • Desk and telephone; • Portable stretcher; • Resuscitation and relevant emergency equipment, It is vital to maintain equipment for operational readiness. The occupational first aider is responsible for managing injury/illness when it occurs but it is impossible to fulfil that obligation if the equipment is not up to standard. A routine for thoroughly cleaning and checking all equipment should be organised at the beginning and end of the first aider’s shift. A first aid room should (Workcover NSW, First aid in the workplace code of practice, July 2014) : • Be located within easy access to a sink with hot and cold water (where this is not provided in the room) and toilet facilities; • Offer privacy via screening or door; • Be easily accessible to emergency services (minimum door width of 1 metre for stretcher access); • Be well lit and ventilated; • Have an appropriate floor area (14 square metres as a guide); • Have an entrance that is clearly marked with first aid signage.

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