5 reasons your business needs a designated First Aider

Do I actually need a designated First Aider?

If you work in a low-risk environment you may think what is the point in a designated first aider? There are a few reasons why an appointed person is important in any working environment. Because of this we offer a range of First Aid Courses that are designed to equip your workforce with the knowledge and confidence to act quickly and effectively in an emergency.

Let’s take a look at why you need a designated First Aider in your workplace.

1 – Accidents happen

Accidents and incidents in the work are inevitable and can happen at any time. Therefore if your company needs a designated First Aider. A professionally trained First Aider deals with incidents immediately.

Take a look at the “5 Most Common Office Injuries and How to Avoid Them” to help educate yourself about the dangers of the office.

2 – It’s the law

The Health & Safety at Work act of 1981 requires employers to provide adequate and appropriate first aid equipment. As well as facilities, and training to all staff.

3 – Cost

Not having a first aid trained person working within your company will actually cost you money. Because of this, the HSE estimates that last year 26.4 million working days were lost due to preventable incidents.

4 – You could save a life

In 2013, 148 workers were killed during a work-related incident. Furthermore, 1.1 million workers suffer a work-related injury every year. Reacting to an incident quickly can help preserve, protect and promote recovery of the victim.

5 – Time

According to the NHS, thousands of people die or are seriously injured in accidents every year. Many of these deaths could be prevented if first aid is given before emergency services arrive.

To become a designated First Aid person within your organisation you must, therefore, complete a 3 day First Aid at Work. If you would like to pick up basic skills you will need to attend the Emergency First Aid course.