1. The Cure Safety New ANSI Standard: ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2015
Minimum Requirements for
Workplace First Aid Kits and Supplies

2. ANSI
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a non-profit organization that oversees the development of voluntary consensus standards for products, services, systems and personnel
ANSI/ISEA Z308.1 addresses minimum performance requirements for first aid kits and their supplies that are intended for use in various work environments
OSHA often refers employers to the ANSI standard as a best practices solution for requirements if a company does not have an infirmary

3. Overview
First aid kits are designed to deal with common workplace injuries
Major and minor wounds
Minor burns
Sprains
Strains
Eye injuries
The revised ANSI Standard classifies first aid kits based on the assortment and quantity of first aid supplies

4. Overview
The changes in the revised standard are based on a review of workplace incidents
Two classes of first aid kit:
Class A
Designed to address most common workplace injuries
Class B
Offer a broader range and quantity of supplies
Meant for more complex or high-risk environments

5. Class A Intended for non-industrial work environments
Meant to provide for small numbers of employees
Can fit into a smaller
container

6. Class A

7. Class B Suitable for manufacturing environments Industrial shops
Places where cuts, scrapes, and burns are common
Areas with
high numbers
of employees

8. Class B

9. Should I have Class A or B?
Employers should consider:
Number of employees
Likelihood of serious injuries
Physical layout of workplace
Response time to access supplies
Remoteness to emergency services
ANSI recommendations are for minimum supplies
Exceeding ANSI fill lists is often prudent

10. Assessing the Danger of the Workplace
To keep track of previous workplace injuries, consult the OSHA 300 Log
The OSHA 300 Log is a record of significant injuries and illnesses that have occurred during a specified timeframe (usually 1 year)

11. First Aid Kit Type
While there are two classes of First Aid Kit fill lists (Class A and Class B), there are also 4 types of First Aid Kit Types:
Type I
Type II
Type III
Type IV

12. Type I Kit Intended use: stationary, indoor setting
Potential for damage: minimal
Requirements: minimum fill requirements and the means for mounting in a fixed position
Typical applications: general indoor use, offices, manufacturing facilities

13. Type II Kit Intended use: portable, indoor setting
Potential for damage: minimal
Requirements: minimum fill requirements and the means to be portable
Typical applications: general indoor use, offices, manufacturing facilities

14. Type III Kit
Intended use: portable, use in mobile, indoor/outdoor settings
Potential for damage: not probable
Requirements: minimum fill requirements; means for mounting in a fixed position; water-resistant seal
Typical applications: general indoor use, sheltered outdoor use

15. Type IV Kit
Intended use: portable use in mobile industries and/or outdoor settings
Potential for damage: significant
Requirements: minimum fill requirements; means for mounting in fixed position; corrosion- and moisture-resistant; impact-resistant
Typical applications: transportation, utility, and construction industry; armed forces

16. Trauma Kit
In addition to a Class B kit, many companies also benefit from having a trauma kit on hand, for serious injuries

17. Bottom Line
The Cure Safety’s kits meet or exceed ANSI’s minimum requirements
Our kits are identified as either Class A or Class B
Including additional first aid items in your kit is recommended

18. Frequently Asked Question
Is a consulting physician required to approve first aid supplies on site?
No. According to 29 CFR , first aid supplies do not need to be approved by a consulting physician.
They should, however, be selected by a person competent in first aid and knowledgeable of the hazards found in their specific workplace

19. Frequently Asked Question
Is it required that first aid kits be regularly inspected to ensure that contents are complete and up-to-date?
Yes. All first aid kits should be regularly inspected to ensure they are full, in good condition, and that none of the contents have expired.
The content list for the first aid kits should also be periodically reviewed to ensure that it continues to meet the needs of the workplace

20. First Aid Kit Maintenance
Proper upkeep and maintenance of first aid kits is imperative to stay safe
Overtime, many supplies can expire and lose their potency
Medications
Ointments
Cleansers
Sprays
Even adhesive bandages can dry out and become useless

21. First Aid Kit Maintenance
Don’t neglect your kit!
Our customer service
representatives
can service
them
for you!
Call us!

22. Frequently Asked Question
Can over-the-counter medications be put into first aid kits?
Over-the-counter medications (Ibuprofen, Tylenol, etc.) can be put in first aid kits if they:
Are packaged in single-dose, tamper evident packaging
Are labeled as required by the FDA
Contain no ingredients known to cause drowsiness

23. OTC Medications
OSHA has determined that offering over-the-counter (OTC) medications:
Increases productivity
Raises morale
Reduces accidents
Individually packaged and labeled medications reduce the chances of:
Coworkers sharing prescription medications
Employees taking too much of a drug
Employees accidentally using medications that cause drowsiness

24. OTC Medications
A recent study sponsored by AdvancePCS put a dollar figure of $180 billion on the cost of lost productivity for just a handful of problems like headaches and allergies
With the average employee making about $17/hour, it’s not hard to
justify the expense of a
$0.20 analgesic pain
reliever to keep him/her
on the job

25. First Aid & CPR Training
It’s not always enough to simply have a first aid kit on hand
Regular training is important to make sure employees know what to do in the event of an emergency

26. First Aid & CPR Training
OSHA has named several specifics types on industries that are required to have training in first aid & CPR:
Permit-required Confined Spaces
Logging Operations
Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
Diving Operations
Construction of electric lines and equipment

27. First Aid & CPR Training
Other industries must assess the likelihood of injury
The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides injury statistics for many industries

28. First Aid & CPR Training
In addition, OSHA states:
In some cases, this may mean providing training for employees to have on-site medical assistance
“The employer shall ensure the ready availability of medical personnel for advice and consultation on matters of plant health.”

29. First Aid & CPR Training
Part (b) of the same requirement states:
“In the absence of an infirmary, clinic, or hospital in near proximity to the workplace which is used for the treatment of all injured employees, a person or persons shall be adequately trained to render first aid.”

30. First Aid & CPR Training
OSHA defined “near proximity” as 4 – 6 minutes from injury to medical care
“In areas where accidents resulting in suffocation, severe bleeding, or other life threatening or permanently disabling injury or illness can be expected.”

31. First Aid & CPR Training
Emergency medical services (EMS) use and standard 8 minute response time for metropolitan areas
Rural ambulance response times are significantly longer
This can necessitate first aid training even in areas with low incidences of injuries