First Aid 

When it comes to first aid basics, choosing an adequate commercial first aid kit to match the need is sometimes difficult to assess.  Since most companies or homes do not have a clinic or hospital adjacent to their location, the first aid contents chosen should be more than sufficient to handle accidents in the workplace.  In addition, there should be in reserve replacement first aid items either in stock or immediately accessible in the event an accident occurs.  Even an hour without the necessary first aid supplies can be detrimental to a worker's safety.  According to the American National Standard (ANSI) Z308.1-1998 " Minimum Requirements for Workplace First-Aid Kits", there are certain first aid kit minimums that are necessary in the workplace.  ANSI  minimum consists of the following: 

ANSI Z308.1-1998 Standard • 1 Absorbent Compress, 32 sq. in. (206 sq. cm.),with no side smaller than 4 in. (10 cm) • 16 Adhesive Bandages, 1 x 3 in. (2.5 x 7.5 cm) • 1 Adhesive Tape, 3/8 in. x 5 yd. (457.2 cm) total • 10 Antiseptic, 0.14 fl. oz. (0.5 g) application • Burn Treatment, 1/32 oz. (0.9 g) application • 2 Pair Medical Exam Gloves • 4 Sterile Pads, 3 x 3 in. (7.5 x 7.5 cm) • 1 Triangular Bandage, 40 x 40 x 56 in. (101 x 101 x 142 cm)

• Protect Workers Eyes with an ANSI Eyewash Station • Reduce risk of exposure with Bloodborne Pathogen Kits

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