First aid

Security can be contacted on +61 3 8344 6666 or free call 1800 246 066. All security staff are trained in first aid.

Find the names of your department's local first aiders posted in each building near exits and lifts.

Provide First Aid training (minimum qualification for workplace first aiders) is currently being delivered in person.

CPR Refresher training is only available to employees who meet the following eligibility criteria:

CPR is a requirement of their role at the University
Managerial approval to complete the training (evidence of approval may be requested)
Booking is made after consultation with Health and Safety Services.

Requirements

Health & Safety: First aid requirements

Processes

Health & Safety - Establish first aid needs

Health & Safety - Maintain a defibrillator (AED)

Health & Safety - Maintain a first aid kit

Infection control when providing First Aid

While providing First Aid during a pandemic, remember every situation is potentially infectious. During first aid response, it is possible to interact with the bodily fluid of someone who is unwell. All first aiders should be prepared to take active measures to reduce the risk of catching and spreading the virus. These measures include:

Practising good hygiene, including proper handwashing
Wearing adequate personal protective equipment
Disposal of clinical waste appropriately
If a sharp injury is sustained, seek medical advice promptly

More information on St. John website: http://go.unimelb.edu.au/gg3r.

For advice on resuscitation during pandemic, visit Australian Resuscitation Council.

Forms

First aid assessment form

First aid kit basic contents

Guidance

Automated External Defibrillators Campus Locations

Standard Operating Procedure - Zoll Automated Electronic Defibrillator Plus

First aid assessment samples

Emergency Information webpages

Incident and Hazard Reporting webpage

Safety bulletins

Safety Bulletin 19/05: First aid and emergency response

Processes and Requirements