Guidance on First Aid for Schools

The guide relates to health and safety legislation which places duties and responsibilities on employers for employees and anyone else on their premises. Schools must have a health and safety policy which includes arrangements for first aid, a risk assessment process, appropriate facilities, and details of 'Appointed Persons'. The guide provides explanations for these and other pertinent terms, and provides reference to existing legislation as appropriate.

The document also acts as a checklist of good practice with guidance notes on school sites, temporary hazards, pupils with special needs, record keeping, first aiders, qualifications and training, care of equipment and facilities, and hygiene/infection control. The annexes provide lists of associated organizations, resources, and contacts.