First Aid Awareness & CPR Basics
Recognizing Emergencies, Acting Fast, and Saving Lives in the Workplace
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Aligned with ISO 45001:2018 | OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151 | ILCOR/International First Aid Guidelines
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Agenda
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Introduction & Why First Aid Matters
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Learning Objectives
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Legal & Regulatory Requirements
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Understanding the Risks of Delayed Response
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Primary Assessment & CPR Procedures
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AED Use, Choking Response & Recovery Position
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Roles, Responsibilities & Documentation
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Case Study, Do's & Don'ts, Summary & Quiz
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Introduction & Why It Matters
Definition: First aid is the immediate, temporary care given to an injured or ill person before professional medical help arrives on scene.
Time is critical
Survival chances from sudden cardiac arrest fall sharply for every minute CPR and defibrillation are delayed.
A global concern
The ILO reports occupational incidents and illnesses remain a leading cause of workplace harm worldwide.
Everyone's responsibility
Bystander first aid — not just certified first aiders — meaningfully improves outcomes before help arrives.
Scope: this session covers primary assessment, adult CPR, AED use, choking response, recovery position, and workplace first aid roles and documentation.
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Learning Objectives
Identify signs of life-threatening emergencies that require first aid
Explain the primary assessment sequence (DRSABCD)
Demonstrate correct adult CPR technique and compression-to-breath ratio
Apply AED procedures and choking response techniques safely
Comply with workplace first aid reporting and documentation requirements
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Legal & Regulatory Requirements
Standard / Reference | Requirement |
ISO 45001:2018 | Clause 8.2 — Emergency preparedness and response |
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151 | Medical services and first aid provisions |
ILO Code of Practice | Occupational safety & health management systems |
Local / National Regulation | Applicable jurisdictional first aid requirements |
Company Policy | [Insert Company First Aid & Emergency Response Policy Reference] |
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Understanding the Risks of Delay
Cardiac
Sudden cardiac arrest — survival falls quickly without early CPR & defibrillation.
Airway
Choking or obstruction can cause loss of consciousness within minutes.
Circulatory
Severe bleeding or shock can rapidly become life-threatening if untreated.
Neurological
Unconsciousness or head injury requires urgent airway monitoring.
Consequences of Non-Compliance: preventable death or permanent disability, increased incident severity, loss of productivity, and regulatory or audit non-conformance.
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Primary Assessment — The DRSABCD Sequence
D
Danger�
Check the scene is safe for you and the casualty before approaching
R
Response�
Check consciousness — tap shoulders firmly and shout
S
Send for Help�
Call emergency services or activate the site emergency plan
A
Airway�
Open and clear the airway of any obstruction
B
Breathing�
Look, listen and feel for normal breathing (up to 10 seconds)
C
CPR�
Begin chest compressions if not breathing normally
D
Defibrillation�
Attach an AED as soon as one becomes available
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CPR Steps — Adult Casualty
# | Step | Action |
1 | Position | Lay the casualty on their back on a firm, flat surface |
2 | Hand placement | Place the heel of one hand on the center of the chest, other hand on top, fingers interlocked |
3 | Compress | Push hard and fast: rate 100–120 compressions/min, depth approximately 5–6 cm |
4 | Recoil | Allow the chest to fully recoil between each compression |
5 | Ratio | Give 30 compressions, then 2 rescue breaths (30:2 ratio) |
6 | Continue | Repeat cycles until an AED arrives, trained help takes over, or the casualty responds |
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AED Use, Choking Response & Recovery Position
AED Use
Switch on and follow voice prompts. Apply pads to bare, dry skin. Ensure no one touches the casualty during analysis or shock.
Choking (Conscious Adult)
Give 5 back blows between the shoulder blades, then 5 abdominal thrusts. Repeat until the obstruction clears or the casualty becomes unresponsive.
Recovery Position
For an unconscious casualty breathing normally: roll onto their side, tilt the head back to keep the airway open, and monitor breathing continuously.
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Roles, Responsibilities & Reporting Flow
Management
Provide first aid resources, trained personnel, and equipment
HSE Team
Maintain first aid provision, training records, and incident investigation
Supervisor
Ensure trained first aiders are on site and initiate emergency response
Worker
Report incidents immediately and follow site emergency procedures
Emergency Reporting Flow
Worker
Supervisor
HSE Team
Management
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Documentation & Audit Checkpoints
Required Forms & Checklists
First Aid Incident Report Form
First Aid Kit Inspection Checklist
Training & Certification Register
AED Maintenance Log
Emergency Drill Record
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Audit & KPI Checkpoints
First aid kit inspection frequency compliance
Trained first aiders vs. required ratio
AED functional check completion
Documented incident response time
Refresher training currency
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Case Study & Common Non-Conformances
Generic Case Study (Lessons Learned)
A worker collapsed on site. Nearby colleagues delayed calling for emergency help while attempting to move the casualty, worsening the outcome. Lesson: call for help immediately, avoid unnecessary movement, and follow the DRSABCD sequence in order.
Common Non-Conformances Observed on Site
Expired or incomplete first aid kit supplies
Insufficient trained first aiders per shift
AED inaccessible, unmarked, or not maintained
No documented emergency response drill
First aid signage missing or obstructed
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Do's & Don'ts
DO
Check scene safety before approaching
Call for emergency help immediately
Follow the DRSABCD sequence every time
Use an AED as soon as one is available
Document every first aid incident
DON'T
Move a casualty unless in immediate danger
Give food or water to an unconscious casualty
Delay CPR waiting for perfect conditions
Perform procedures beyond your training level
Ignore expired or missing first aid supplies
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Summary & Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
First aid buys critical time before professional help arrives
DRSABCD is the universal primary assessment sequence
Adult CPR ratio: 30 compressions to 2 breaths
AEDs are safe and designed for lay-rescuer use
Reporting and documentation are compliance requirements
Knowledge Check
Q1. What is the correct adult chest compression rate?
A) 60–80/min B) 100–120/min C) 150–160/min
Q2. True or False: You should move a casualty before checking for danger.
Q3. In DRSABCD, what does the second "D" stand for?
A) Diagnosis B) Defibrillation C) Documentation
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