The Organization of First Aid in the Workplace (ILO, 1999, 70 p.): 4. How first aid is organized: 4.5. Equipment, supplies and facilities for first aid: (introduction...)

The Organization of First Aid in the Workplace (ILO, 1999, 70 p.)

4. How first aid is organized

4.5. Equipment, supplies and facilities for first aid

		*(introduction...)*
		4.5.1. Rescue equipment
		4.5.2. First-aid boxes, first-aid kits and similar containers
		4.5.3. Specialized equipment and supplies
		4.5.4. The first-aid room
		4.5.5. Means for communicating the alert

(introduction...)

First-aid personnel must be provided with adequate equipment, supplies and facilities. The type and quantity of equipment, supplies and facilities should be determined in the light of the assessment made by the employer in planning and organizing first aid. This should take into account the regulatory and other standards. The employer is responsible for providing equipment, supplies and facilities.