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(1) The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the management of risks associated with first aid, emergency preparedness and response to workplace health and safety (WHS) emergency situations at Southern Cross University (SCU) are appropriately managed and controlled. (2) The purpose of this procedure is to ensure Southern Cross University’s management, employees, contractors, students, visitors and others are aware of the risks associated with first aid, emergency preparedness and response in the workplace, management strategies and to provide advice on appropriate controls. (3) This procedure is to be considered in conjunction with the SCU Emergency and Crisis Management Policy, SCU Emergency & Crisis Management Plan for Lismore and Gold Coast, the SCU Emergency Management Plan for the National Marine Science Centre as well as any other emergency procedures with another organisation (partnership agreements e.g. Coffs Harbour Education Campus). (4) All employees, students and others including both independent contractors and contractors under SCU control are to be made aware of and follow this procedure. (5) This Procedure applies to all SCU Work Units and sites. The procedure aligns with WHS legislation in the relevant jurisdictions SCU operates in. (6) First aid officers are appointed and trained to provide first aid assistance in the workplace. Those who are providing first aid should not exceed their training or knowledge and seek assistance as required. (7) In case of an emergency, refer to the relevant emergency procedures for the site. (8) The primary contact in an emergency should be emergency services (000) followed by campus security. A list of campus first aid officers can be located here. In addition, SCU campus security officers are also trained in providing first aid and may assist and provide first aid as required until emergency services arrive. (9) When providing first aid, first aid officers should follow the Infection Control and Standard Precautions outlined in their first aid training. Should any person be exposed to blood or biological contaminants, an Incident Report should be completed on RiskWare following WHSMP18: Incident Management, Reporting and Investigation Procedure and medical advice sought. (10) An ambulance should be called in the event of a medical emergency or when necessary. (11) Employees or students who require a specific response in a medical emergency e.g. asthma, diabetes, heart conditions or severe allergies, should discuss their health conditions with their supervisor and determine an appropriate action plan based on medical advice. (12) An SCU employee may be required to receive a first aid training qualification for one of the following reasons: (13) The responsibilities of first aid officers are: (14) The University, with the support of the WHS team and Heads of Work Units, are responsible and accountable for ensuring there is enough first aid officers appointed across the University. Certain areas of the University have greater risks of injury and illness due to the nature of the work/study being carried out. The University’s first aid officer coverage has been determined and aligned with the ratio recommendations in the relevant first aid Codes of Practice. Ratios considered have included all persons attending a SCU site eg. staff, students, others. Further guidance on workplace risk categories is provided below: (15) A portable first aid kit is mandatory for all remote activities and field trips. (17) First aid officers must be SCU employees and can successfully complete and obtain a first aid qualification from a registered training organisation. (18) The Head of Work Unit provides a written recommendation to WHS Team when a first aid officer is required. The recommendation should include details of the employee nominated for the appointment and either a certified copy of the employee's original nationally recognised Australian first aid qualification or a request that first aid training be arranged for the employee. (19) Where the appointment is approved by the WHS Team; WHS will send a letter of offer to the employee detailing the duties and the terms and conditions of the appointment to the employee. (20) First aid officers will be required to complete accredited first aid training provided by an external first aid training supplier. Where an employee has independently undertaken training, and are identified as being an appointable first aid officer, they are required to submit their qualifications to the WHS team at whs@scu.edu.au for validation. Where staff have a higher level of current medical training e.g. Medical Practitioner, Registered Nurses and Paramedicine staff trained in CPR, they may be appointed as a first aid officer without undertaking further formal first aid training. Evidence of current registration will be required. (21) First aid officers receive initial CPR training during their accredited first aid training course and must recertify their CPR qualifications on an annual basis. (22) The location of first aid kits across the University are determined following a risk assessment. First aid kits and equipment shall be labeled as per the relevant standards and Codes of Practice including Australian Standard AS 1319: Safety Signs for the Occupational Environment. (23) The contents of the first aid kit shall be in accordance with relevant first aid Codes of Practice. Any additional first aid items that are required due to the nature of the work being undertaken, such as a Scale F first aid kit for vessels, are to be determined following a risk assessment and funded by the relevant Work Unit. Paracetamol and other medications are not to be stored in the first aid kits and first aid officers are not to supply medication to employees, students or others. (24) First aid kit servicing occurs regularly throughout the year by an external provider. This includes servicing of defibrillators. The WHS team will advise first aid officers of any upcoming services. (25) The first aid officer should: (26) First aid kits are also checked during the routine workplace inspections which are the responsibility of Work Unit Safety Support Officers. If additional supplies are required between scheduled servicing, please contact whs@scu.edu.au. (27) SCU has a duty to prepare, maintain and implement an emergency plan. SCU has detailed the emergency plans which sets out the requirements and instructions for employees and others to follow in case of an emergency or fire situation. (28) The SCU Council has the following WHS responsibilities: (29) The SCU Vice Chancellor has the following WHS responsibilities: (30) Vice Presidents/Pro/Deputy Vice Chancellors have the following WHS responsibilities: (31) The Head of the Work Unit has the following WHS responsibilities: (32) Managers and Supervisors have the following WHS responsibilities: (33) All employees have the following WHS responsibilities: (34) The WHS Manager has the following responsibilities: (35) WHS Business Partners have the following responsibilities: (36) All relevant documentation will be recorded and kept in accordance with WHS Legislation and other legislative obligations including: (37) This procedure will be reviewed as per nominated review dates or because of other events, such as: WHSMP05: FIRST AID, EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE PROCEDURE
Section 1 - Purpose and Scope
Section 2 - Definitions
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Section 3 - General Principles
First Aid
First Aid Officers and Assistance
Infection Control
Transportation
Employees requiring specific medical management
Types of First Aid Officers
First Aid Officer Responsibilities
First aid officer and kit coverage at the University is determined following consideration of guidance included in relevant first aid Codes of Practice and risk assessment. Assistance for work unit and project specific first aid risk assessment can be sought from the WHS team. Funding
University First Aid Appointment Process
Eligibility
Application
Training
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training
Installation and Provision of First Aid Kits
First Aid Kit Supplies
First Aid Kit Servicing
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Section 4 - Roles and Responsibilities
University Council
Operational Responsibilities
Vice Presidents/Pro/Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Head of Work Unit
Managers and Supervisors
Employees
WHS Team
WHS Manager
WHS Business Partners
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Section 8 - Related Documents