Program Overview

The first aid program is governed by the requirements of the First Aid Regulations under the Workplace Safety Insurance Board Act.

The University will provide first aid kits in all University buildings and vehicles. The location of kits will be determined in conjunction with the occupants of each building. The provision of these kits is the responsibility of Occupational Health and Safety.

There will be one volunteer assigned to eack kit location. They will receive training provided by Occupational Health and Safety. Additional volunteers, can be assigned to each kit but the cost of training will be paid by individual departments or units.

1. Respond as trained to first aid situations. As a trained first aid attendant you will be expected to respond to first aid emergencies within the limits of your training. Ontario law protects those who respond and act within the limits of their training.
2. Record treatments. Ideally we would like all treatments recorded. Practically this is not always feasible. Use your judgement.
3. Verify that a "In Case of Injury" poster is displayed in the area near the kit.
4. Check contents of first aid kit. Inspect the first aid kit contents monthly using the checklist found inside each kit. Extra supplies can be obtained by emailing the First Aid Coordinator with your request. Supplies will be forwarded by campus mail.
5. Ensure first aid kit is accessible at all times. The kit should be mounted on the wall where people can access the kit. Storing the kit out of sight in a drawer or similar location is not acceptable.

WSIB
First Aid in the workplace is legislated by the Workplace Safety Insurance Board of Ontario.  First Aid Program for Employees

First Aid Kit Locations
The following documents (PDF format) list the location of the first aid kits (sorted by building or department). They include the name of the trained volunteer responsible for each kit.

	These lists are currently under review. Please return later.

First Aid Training
First aid training is provided to first aid volunteers. Contact the First Aid Coordinator (Mike Mosley) for futher information.

The Student Emergency Response Team (SERT)
This group of student volunteers supplement the first aid program. They will respond to emergency situations where first aid is required on campus. The SERT volunteer members are highly trained in first aid.

If you have any further questions, or you would like to volunteer, contact the First Aid Coordinator (Mike Mosley).