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How many first aiders are required in the workplace?
How many first aiders are required in the workplace?
Updated over a week ago

Employers are required to carry out an assessment of first aid needs. This involves consideration of:
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Hazards and risks in your workplace
The number of employees
Accident history
Distribution of the workforce
Employees who are lone workers or need to travel as part of their role
Annual leave – we recommend you appoint an additional first aider to cover absences
The HSE has proposed the table of risk shown below

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