The Organization of First Aid in the Workplace (ILO, 1999, 70 p.): 5. The training of first-aid personnel: 5.2. Basic training: 5.2.2. Delivery of first aid

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

5. The training of first-aid personnel

5.2. Basic training

		(introduction...)
		5.2.1. General
		5.2.2. Delivery of first aid

5.2.2. Delivery of first aid

The objective is to provide basic knowledge and to ensure the capability to deliver first aid. At the basic level, this would include in particular:

- external wounds;
- bleeding;
- fractured bones or joints;
- crushing injury (e.g. to the thorax or abdomen);
- unconsciousness, especially if accompanied by respiratory difficulties or arrest;
- eye injuries;
- burns;
- shock;
- personal hygiene in dealing with wounds.

Depending on circumstances within the enterprise, the basic programme of training may be adjusted by the addition of other topics.