What are the requirements for first aid supplies, stations and inspections?
A first aid station must contain a first aid box with the required items. The regulations provide different requirements for first aid supplies, based on the number of workers in the workplace – for more information, consult Regulation 1101. No medication of any kind should be contained in the first aid box. First aid attendants are not qualified under Ontario legislation to dispense medication, including aspirin, acetaminophen, antacids, antiseptic powders or ointments, etc. All first aid items should be kept clean and dry and maintained in good condition. First aid stations should be easily accessible and located in plain view. They must also be supervised by workers (first aid attendants) who have valid first aid certificates and work in the immediate vicinity of the stations. The location or telephone number of the first aid attendants must be posted throughout the workplace. It is the responsibility of the first aid attendants to ensure that first aid supplies are updated on a reg
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